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Associate Litigation Attorney

Klie Law Offices, PLLC

Associate Litigation Attorney

Parkersburg, WV
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Does seeing folks wronged by their employers set you on fire? Are you looking for a work culture that is second to none? If you answered yes to these questions, this is the opportunity for you. Klie Law Offices is a firm devoted to helping hard-working West Virginia and Ohio employees who have been discriminated against or wrongfully terminated. Our firm prides itself on providing a top-notch work culture that is our priority. This allows us to provide superior services to our clients, which we find other firms fail to provide. We are a compassionate, forward-thinking yet aggressive team of highly performing individuals driven to get the best results possible for our clients. If you are a skilled Litigation Attorney with experience with jury trials, conducting depositions, engaging in complex motion practice and negotiating settlements, this position could be your perfect match. The compensation package ranges from $120,000 to $140,000, inclusive of incentives, health benefits, and 401(k) contributions. We pay for all bar dues, CLE fees, and relocation bonuses may also be on the table. Responsibilities: • Manage a caseload of at least 40 cases • Direct the support staff assigned to your cases • Analyze legal situations and create strategic plans of action to address clients' needs • Manage litigation strategies and represent clients in West Virginia's circuit court and federal court • Draft legal documents and conduct legal research in support of cases • Conduct depositions, mediations and serve as lead counsel in trials and arbitrations Qualifications: • Candidates should be great communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high • Working knowledge of employment laws and procedures • Able to function with a high level of patience, tact, and diplomacy in handling negative or challenging situations • Must have jury trial experience • You are licensed to practice law in West Virginia • OH licensure is preferred but not required • You are comfortable with technology • You have a strong desire to help clients through tough times and want to help them get into a better position • You have strong negotiation skills, the ability to think on your feet, and feel comfortable in a courtroom • Willing to travel to mediations and depositions throughout the state Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000

    • Manage a caseload of at least 40 cases • Direct the support staff assigned to your cases • Analyze legal situations and create strategic plans of action to address clients' needs • Manage litigation strategies and represent clients in West Virginia's circuit court and federal court • Draft legal documents and conduct legal research in support of cases • Conduct depositions, mediations and serve as lead counsel in trials and arbitrations