Litigation Associate

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking a junior to mid-level Litigation Associate to join our Washington DC office. Experience with healthcare/managed care litigation is a plus but not required. The individual hired for this position will be responsible for handling most aspects of litigation, including: Drafting pleadings and motions Legal research Arguing hearings Managing discovery requests and responses Taking and defending depositions Assisting with trial preparations and trial Academic and Professional Qualifications 2-6 years of experience at a top-tier firm and/or judicial clerkship Admission to the DC Bar JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record Excellent credentials Knowledge, skills & experience Experience with healthcare/managed care litigation a plus, but not a requirement Significant and exceptional writing experience/skills Legal research, drafting legal documents, conducting discovery, coordinating with local counsel, and generally defending against litigation Excellent research and organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication abilities Courtroom and deposition experience preferred but not required More senior candidates should have substantial experience managing the various aspects of a commercial lawsuit from start to finish More junior candidates should have an exceptional academic record Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload, display good judgment, and work well under pressure Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $235,000 – $315,000 per year, dependent on skills and experience Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other benefits Equal Opportunity Employment Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Squire Patton Boggs