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Description

Are you a recent law school graduate looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you opportunities to further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! Our firm is hiring an associate attorney who will support us by conductinglegal research, drafting documents, maintaining client files, and assisting with legal counsel.

This is a remote position. A Maryland license is required. The ideal candidate will have some courtroom experience and strong legal research and writing skills. If you're ready to jump-start your growth in the industry and learn how to strategize in the courtroom to successfully represent clients, reach out to us today!

Responsibilities

• Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
• Collaborate with clients and senior associates and other staff to move cases toward resolution efficiently
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Perform legal research, prepare for and attend hearings or other legal proceedings, and give general counsel under the supervision of senior associate attorneys

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Candidates must have passed the bar exam
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Has a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients