Sterling Search Partners is helping a Birmingham firm with its search for an Associate Attorney. Our client is looking for someone with 2-4 years of experience who is a strong writer and hungry to learn and grow. This firm specializes in contract and administrative law in technical areas related to nuclear fuel and telecom technology (this experience is not required as long as someone is interested in it and willing to study the material and learn new areas of law).
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Research: Conduct detailed legal research on case law, statutes, regulations, and legal principles to support litigation and transactions.
- Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and responses.
- Client Interaction: Communicate with clients to understand their legal needs, provide advice, and update them on case developments.
- Case Preparation: Assist with preparing cases for trial, including gathering evidence, reviewing documents, and preparing exhibits.
- Court Appearances: Represent clients in court for hearings, motions, and other legal proceedings (depending on jurisdiction and experience).
- Negotiations: Assist in negotiating settlements or agreements on behalf of clients.
- Collaborating with Senior Attorneys: Work under the supervision of senior attorneys or partners, assisting in strategizing and building legal cases or transactions.
- Maintain Legal Knowledge: Keep up to date with changes in the law and legal practices relevant to the firm’s work.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- License: Admission to the state bar where the attorney practices.
- Experience: 2-4 years of experience in law practice
- Skills: Strong research, writing, and communication skills; attention to detail; ability to analyze complex legal issues; ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Requirements added by the job poster
• Doctor of Law
• Working in an onsite setting
• 1+ years of experience in Legal