POSITION
DBL Law is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney. This position will perform associate level general litigation work and will work on cases which include defending employment-related claims as well as commercial disputes. The position is based in our Louisville, Kentucky office.
JOB DUTIES
- Draft and prepare legal briefs and pleadings.
- Work with clients in the preparation of discovery responses.
- Prepare and argue motions.
- Perform legal research and writing.
- Participate in depositions.
- Prepare trial materials and assist at pretrial, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
- Multi-task, meet deadlines, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Independently manage cases.
- Handle various aspects of litigation, such as motion hearings, meditations, and depositions.
- Respond to administrative charges.
- Collaborate with partners and other associates to develop and implement case strategy.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- 3-5 or more years of experience practicing civil litigation in state and federal courts.
- Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Outstanding academic record and civil litigation experience, strongly preferred.
- Must be licensed to practice law in Kentucky.
Skills Required
- 3-5 or more years of experience practicing civil litigation in state and federal courts
- Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects
- Outstanding academic record and civil litigation experience
- Licensed to practice law in Kentucky
What We Do
Founded in 1955, DBL Law is a full-service law firm representing private and public companies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals across the U.S. and internationally. Focused, agile, and relentlessly client-centered, the firm's mission is to be trusted legal advisors who champion, counsel, and serve their clients and community. They operate with a collaborative, team-oriented culture dedicated to providing responsive and innovative legal counsel.
