Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated Associate Attorney to join its Personal Injury team in Birmingham, Alabama. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advocating for clients' rights and delivering outstanding legal services.

Duties

• Manage discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and analyzing complex documents.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings and complex motions.
• Perform legal research.
• Make court appearances as necessary.
• Participate in case strategy discussions and contribute innovative ideas.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and team members.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on cases.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Alabama required.
• 2+ years of experience in litigation.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency with E-Discovery and law programs such as Sharefile, PACER, CaseAnywhere, Lexis, Smart Advocate, Everlaw, FileVine, and OneLegal.
• Detail-oriented and organized, team player, reliable, capable of multitasking and managing several time-critical projects under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Alabama.

Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency with E-Discovery and law programs.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• $50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost.
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period.
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering.
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation.
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time).
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff.
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• State bar and approved professional association dues covered.
• $30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month.
• Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306