Associate Attorney needed for Post Falls office

1-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Post Falls, ID location. The candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Job Overview:

The Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing legal support, conducting research, drafting documents, representing clients, and collaborating with colleagues.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research, analysis, citation checks, and editing
• Draft letters, pleadings, and other legal documents as required
• Prepare answers to complaints, including affirmative defenses and counterclaims
• Produce responses to discovery requests
• Review and analyze pleadings, motions, deposition materials, and discovery responses
• Represent clients at trial and pre-trial events.
• Collaborate with paralegals on case management, including scheduling motions, depositions, and trial orders
• Maintain law license by meeting all bar requirements, including CLE credits
• Undertake special projects as assigned

Requirements:

• 0-3 years of relevant legal experience
• Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Idaho or be able to obtain licensure within three months
• Additional licensure in Washington State or willingness to obtain is advantageous
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Superior writing, research, and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Dedication to upholding the highest standards of the legal profession

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Idaho

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Document drafting
• Trial Advocacy
• Case management
• Communication and Collaboration

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Licensing and CLE support

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