Associate Attorney needed for Wooster office

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Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Location:
Woodsfield, OH (Hybrid)

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced attorney focused on expanding their practice in a new geographical area or specialized field. This role offers the opportunity to build a successful legal practice with support from a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should be self-starters with strong leadership skills, excellent time management, and a commitment to providing high-quality legal services.

Duties:

• Client Representation: Advocate for clients within a designated geographical area or specific practice area.

• Matter Management: Accurately project service costs, create budgets for legal representation, and communicate financial expectations to clients.

• Court Engagement: Regularly attend hearings, trials, and client meetings, advocating effectively in court.

• Legal Case Oversight: Collaborate with paralegals to ensure proper documentation, strategy, and execution of legal matters.

• Negotiation & Settlement: Work towards favorable resolutions for clients through various methods such as settlement, mediation, or litigation.

• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Partner with professionals like CPAs, social workers, and mental health experts to strengthen case outcomes.

• Business Development: Engage in marketing, networking, and community activities to expand the firm’s reach and influence.

Requirements:

• JD and admission to the Ohio Bar (Required)

• Minimum 3-5 years of litigation experience

• Proven ability to manage and develop a legal practice

• Strong business development and client relationship-building skills

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Comfortable with case management systems and remote tools

• Willingness to travel for hearings and trials

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Ohio Bar (Required)

Skills:

• Leadership and team management skills

• Strong organizational abilities

• Negotiation and dispute resolution expertise

• Strategic thinker with a focus on business growth

• High emotional intelligence and intellectual integrity

• Tech-savvy and proficient with case management systems and legal software

Job Location:
Woodsfield, OH (Hybrid)

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental, & Life Insurance (40% Employee / 60% Employer contribution)

• Paid Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% Employer Match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays, Bereavement, Jury Duty, Maternity Leave)

• Paid School Visitation

• Paid Professional Development/CLE

• Paid Travel & Mileage

• HRA with updated annual payment

Company info

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