Associate Attorney

SUMMARY:

Represent law firm clients including lenders, investors, financial institutions, large and small businesses. Applicants should be a licensed attorney in good standing in the state of Alabama. Candidates with 0-3 years of experience and candidates that have recently graduated from law school and have applied for the Alabama Bar will be considered. This position involves practicing law in the areas of real estate, Workers Comp, Estate/Probate Law, and litigation. We do not expect candidates to have experience or be proficient in each of these areas. This is a full time, in-office position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Family Law:

  • Handle legal matters related to family relationships,
  • providing advice, drafting legal documents, negotiating,
  • representing clients in court for issues like divorce, child custody, and adoption

Estate Planning:

  • Help clients create legally binding plans for managing and distribution their assets during life and after death.
  • Drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney as well as advising on related matters.

Litigation:

  • Represent clients in civil litigation matters, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
  • Conduct legal research and prepare for trials, hearings, and depositions.
  • Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution processes.
  • General Responsibilities:
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with senior attorneys and other team members to provide comprehensive legal services.
  • Manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective client service.

EDUCATION & SKILLS:

  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be proactive and self-starter.
  • Must be committed to providing exceptional customer service.
  • Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with clients, attorneys, other internal employees, and outside parties.
  • Must be able to work with others in a congenial and team-oriented manner.
  • Must possess exceptional organizational skills; the position requires the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to continual change.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.