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Canton, OH, United States

Associate Attorney with 2+ years of experience

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Canton, OH is seeking an Associate Attorney to assist with a wide range of legal matters including business, tax, mergers & acquisitions, real estate, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and be adept at conducting legal research, analyzing complex legal documents, and performing due diligence.

Duties:

• Assist with various legal tasks across multiple practice areas, including business, tax, mergers & acquisitions, real estate, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on complex legal issues and prepare detailed memorandums and briefs.
• Analyze and summarize complicated legal documents, including contracts, and propose necessary alterations.
• Perform discovery tasks involving electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.
• Conduct due diligence related to contracts, agreements, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft business and legal correspondence and other necessary legal documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff in managing legal matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal environment.
• Strong experience with advanced MS Office skills, specifically Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency in legal research software such as Lexis, WestLaw, and Casemaker.
• Ability to compose clear and effective business and legal correspondence.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to and in good standing with the State Bar.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Skilled in legal document analysis and summarization.
• Competency in managing discovery and due diligence tasks.
• Ability to effectively handle complex legal issues and prepare comprehensive legal documents.

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