OPPORTUNITY | Associate AttorneyOur
Charleston, WV office seeks well-rounded and highly motivated
Associate Attorneys for an insurance defense general liability practice. Must be licensed to practice in
West Virginia courts. Additional admissions in
Kentucky, Ohio and/or Pennsylvania jurisdictions are a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a variety of general insurance defense litigation matters for nationwide clients with a forward-thinking firm.
SKILLS and ABILITIESThe individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with the following:
- proactively work independently and as part of a team;
- demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
- ability to move from case to case;
- knowledge of court procedures; and,
- proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and navigating the internet.
RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibilities include handling a variety different cases. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:
- draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda;
- draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
- conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
- prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;
- review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence;
- assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances; and,
- interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.
Our Firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.
