Associate Attorney

1-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Associate Attorney - Remote Position with Law Firm in Multiple States

H1: Employment Opportunity with Law Firm for Associate Attorney

H2: Join Our Team as an Associate Attorney at a Growing Law Firm

Summary:

- Law firm seeking associate attorney to handle eviction cases in multiple states, with preference given to candidates licensed in Mississippi, Georgia, Texas, or Alabama
- Minimum of 1 year litigation experience required, with preference for experience in evictions or default related litigation
- Fully remote work environment may be available for the right candidate, with relocation assistance package offered for candidates relocating to one of the firm's offices
- Responsibilities include handling all aspects of eviction cases, attending court hearings, maintaining case schedules and deadlines, and providing legal advice to clients
- Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Mississippi, with additional licenses in Georgia, Alabama, or Texas preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills required
- Normal office working conditions, with possibility for remote work
- Competitive salary based on experience and accomplishments offered
- Only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Handle all aspects of eviction cases from start to finish
- Timely complete assigned tasks and steps in internal case management system
- Attend court hearings, when possible, for eviction cases
- Independently maintain schedule of hearings and court deadlines
- Prepare and review necessary documentation for eviction cases, including letters and pleadings
- Sign pleadings, as needed, in front of a notary public
- Regularly update clients and provide legal advice
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, judges, and other parties involved in cases
- Update and maintain both client and firm's internal case management systems

Education & Work Experience:

- Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Mississippi
- Additional licenses in Georgia, Alabama, or Texas preferred
- 1-5 years of experience in eviction or general litigation

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

- Motivated self-starter with ability to multitask
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently with little supervision
- Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Personable, professional, and courteous
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit

Work Environment:

- Normal office working conditions, with possibility for remote work
- Quiet to moderate noise level

Salary Information:

- Competitive salary offered, commensurate with experience and accomplishments

Application Process:

- Submit resume in confidence for consideration
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration

Disclaimer:

- Job description may not include all duties and responsibilities, and employee may be assigned other related duties as needed to meet the organization's needs.

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Legal research, case management, communication, time management, organization

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Submit resume in confidence.

Qualification and Experience Licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Mississippi, additional membership in State Bars of Georgia, Alabama, or Texas preferred

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