Associate Attorney needed for Milwaukee office

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Job Overview: A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, seeks an Associate Attorney to provide effective legal services to clients in general commercial litigation and insolvency matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of prior associate-level experience, strong writing and oral communication skills, and the ability to manage cases from commencement to final resolution.

Job Details:

• Provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys.
• Conduct thorough factual and legal research and analysis in pleadings, memoranda, and other written documents.
• Draft pleadings and other case documents.
• Attend hearings throughout Wisconsin.
• Complete tasks efficiently and manage matters from commencement to final resolution.
• Communicate competently and professionally with clients and supervising attorneys.

Requirements:

• 2 years of prior associate-level experience in general commercial litigation.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed.
• Knowledge of federal and state court practice, including experience preparing answers, motions, and other routine filings.
• Experience handling hearings and depositions.
• Willingness to assist with both commercial litigation and insolvency matters.
• Significant case management experience.

Education:

• Juris Doctor.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in Wisconsin.

Skills:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organization and matter management skills.
• Ability to work professionally and effectively with clients, partners, associates, and support staff.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.
• Familiarity with and ability to prepare basic and complex litigation documents.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedural rules and practices.
• Clear and effective drafting skills.
• Strong negotiating skills.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306