General Liability/Professional Liability Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Cleveland is seeking a General Liability/Professional Liability Attorney to oversee all aspects of pending litigation. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, handling written discovery, conducting depositions, negotiating settlements, and maintaining organized case files. The position requires strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with senior attorneys to develop effective case strategies.

Duties:

• Oversee all aspects of pending litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Proficient in preparing and responding to written discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Communicate effectively with expert witnesses
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients
• Develop deep analytical skills to evaluate and resolve complex legal issues
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of litigation experience in Federal, State, and/or local courts
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy abilities
• Motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting legal documents (pleadings, motions, briefs)
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Effective oral advocacy abilities
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Collaborative team player

Benefits offered:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance benefits
• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer contribution
• Professional financial advisement services
• Hybrid remote working environment

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