Litigation Associate

JOB SUMMARY Top rated national law firm seeks an attorney to join the Litigation practice in its Northwest Arkansas offices. Ideal candidates will have up to five years of experience in Healthcare Litigation or Commercial Litigation and interested in developing their skills in complex litigation matters with the desire to take a substantive and leading role in a variety of cases while working closely with experienced partners and clients. Prior litigation experience is preferred but not required. This firm, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career as they matriculate toward partnership opportunities in a collegial and collaborative environment. This position may sit in either the firm’s Fayetteville or Rogers office. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a broad range of complex litigation matters in federal and state courts, as well as arbitration forums, across the country Handle aspects of complex civil litigation matters, including client communications, motion practice, discovery, court appearances, mediations and negotiating settlements Taking and defending fact and expert depositions QUALIFICATIONS Desire to take on substantive and leading roles in cases, including attendance at hearings, depositions, and trial Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as exceptional research skills Possess a strategic and analytical mindset with a commitment to excellence and professionalism Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver timely, quality assignments in fast paced environment Ability and confidence to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment Currently admitted to practice in Arkansas with an active bar license in good standing or able to be admitted within one year required Experience in practice with civil litigation preferred Candidates with experience one or more of the following: complex business litigation, medical malpractice, product liability, and other tort litigation preferred but not required Excellent academic credentials BENEFITS Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing. #J-18808-Ljbffr