Excellent oral communication skills and advocacy skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to handle a large volume of cases and manage multiple priorities.
Experience handling transportation litigation matters.
3 - 6 years of commercial litigation experience.
JD from an accredited law school.
Admission to Alabama Bar (or ability to waive in).
Litigation Associate - Birmingham, AL - Law Firm
Job ID: 1157
Position: Associate
Department: Litigation Practice Group
Location: Birmingham
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation, Transportation Litigation
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Experience: 3 - 6 years
Open Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Phelps Dunbar, a renowned law firm in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a highly skilled attorney to join their Litigation Practice Group. With a focus on commercial litigation and experience handling transportation litigation matters, the ideal candidate will have 3 - 6 years of experience in the field.
At Phelps Dunbar, we take pride in the expertise and personal qualities of our attorneys, and we are constantly looking to expand our team with bright, energetic, and motivated individuals. We offer exceptional opportunities and resources for our attorneys to learn, grow, and develop in their legal careers. Our commitment to maintaining our standards of excellence is reflected in our dedication to mentoring, training, and team building for our attorneys.
If you have strong writing and research skills with excellent academic credentials, along with exceptional oral communication and advocacy skills, we want to hear from you. The ability to handle a large volume of cases and manage multiple priorities is essential for success in this role.
Requirements:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Alabama Bar (or ability to waive in)
- 3 - 6 years of commercial litigation experience, with a focus on transportation matters
- Top 25% academic credentials required
Join our team at Phelps Dunbar and take the next step in your legal career. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a supportive and dynamic work environment. Apply now and become a part of our success story.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle a wide range of commercial litigation matters, with a focus on transportation cases
- Conduct thorough research and provide well-written legal briefs and memos
- Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other parties involved in the litigation process
- Manage a large volume of cases and prioritize tasks effectively
- Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills in working with a team of attorneys
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Alabama Bar (or ability to waive in)
- 3 - 6 years of commercial litigation experience, with a focus on transportation matters
- Top 25% academic credentials required
- Excellent writing and research skills
- Strong oral communication and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
Why Work at Phelps Dunbar:
- Join a highly reputable and successful law firm with a strong regional presence
- Work with a team of experienced and knowledgeable attorneys in a supportive and collaborative environment
- Receive exceptional opportunities and resources for professional development and career growth
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Start Your Career at Phelps Dunbar:
If you are a talented and driven attorney with a passion for litigation, we want you to join our team at Phelps Dunbar. Apply now and take the next step in your legal career with a renowned law firm in Birmingham, AL. We look forward to hearing from you!
