Job Details

Placement Counsel is seeking a 1st to 6th+ year associate litigation/transactional attorney for a mid-sized law firm with offices in Nevada (Las Vegas), California, Arizona, North Carolina, Texas, and New York. This is a multi-jurisdictional law firm that solves complex problems,leveraging cutting edge technology for clients, whether in the courtroom or boardroom.

The Firm's Core Values:

• Innovative
• Proactive
• Responsive
• WIT: Whatever It Takes

Job Summary:

The associate attorney will join the firm's Las Vegas, Nevada, office The ideal candidate will have 1-6+ years' experience handling business transactions and litigation, possess excellent organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines, and regularly exercise independent judgment.

Duties

• Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties.
• Draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, etc.
• Review case files and pleadings to determine appropriate action.
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experience.
• Routinely communicate with clients.
• Cultivate relationships with the firm's existing and future clients.
• Comply with all the firm's standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of transactional and litigation procedures
• Excellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to think and act independently, and with minimal supervision.
• Committed to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the firm.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and in good standing with the Nevada State Bar.
• Must have 1-6+ years' experience.

Job Benefits:

• Starting salary $135k - $165k DOE
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• 12 paid holidays
• Quarterly bonus participation

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume for interview consideration. Qualified candidates will be asked to provide a writing sample.