Associate Litigation Attorney
About The Position
Maron Marvel is hiring two Associate Attorneys for its Ridgeland, Mississippi, office, to join the General Liability and Casualty Defense Group. The firm provides national litigation risk management and mass tort defense, serving as national, regional, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies. Its clients operate in the energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, insurance, and liability-related industries. The firm also handles commercial disputes and liability-related defense. The role is for an experienced civil litigator who will proactively manage cases from start to finish in state and federal courts. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, written discovery, and motions; conducting legal research and analysis; communicating with clients; coordinating expert witnesses; attending depositions, court hearings, and mediations; and preparing for and attending trials. Successful candidates will bring strong litigation, research, writing, organizational, and communication skills, along with a commitment to exceptional client service and client development.
Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice in Mississippi.
- Three to seven years of litigation and General Liability and Casualty Defense experience in state and/or federal courts.
- Demonstrated ability and desire to proactively manage a caseload from start to finish.
- Strong work ethic and ability to self-manage and work in a team environment.
- Strong research ability and written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Desire to deliver exceptional client service and contribute to continued client development.
Nice To Haves
- Additional licensure in Louisiana or Alabama.
Responsibilities
- Proactively manage cases from start to finish in state and federal courts.
- Draft pleadings, written discovery, and motions, and conduct supporting legal research.
- Communicate with clients frequently and provide case reporting.
- Conduct comprehensive legal analysis and prepare case evaluations and strategy recommendations.
- Coordinate and collaborate with expert witnesses.
- Attend depositions, court hearings, and mediations.
- Prepare for and attend trials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
