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Associate Attorney

Our Milwaukee, WI office seeks a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with at least three to five years' experience in civil litigation. Experience in general liability (including automobile liability, premises liability, products liability) and/or insurance coverage. Must be licensed to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

Skills and Abilities

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• practice law in the state of Wisconsin;

• manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;

• 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; and,

• knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. 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 witnesses;

• review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,

• assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.