Associate Attorney

*Job Overview* Our law firm is seeking a motivated and capable Associate Attorney to support a substantial civil litigation practice representing public-sector clients in state and federal courts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a recent law school graduate or early-career attorney to develop a strong foundation in civil litigation while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and professionally challenging environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in all phases of litigation, from initial case assessment and legal research through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and trial. We are looking for an attorney who is a strong analytical thinker and writer with an attention to detail and a genuine interest in litigation and public-sector law.

• Requirements*
• Support the firm’s litigation practice in state and federal courts, assisting with a diverse range of civil litigation matters, including:
• Managing cases through all stages of litigation, including case assessment, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, trial preparation, and trial.
• Research and analyze complex legal issues and prepare memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Participate in discovery, including preparing for and taking depositions, conducting factual investigations, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing documents.
• Assist with and participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and other court proceedings.
• Work closely with partners, senior attorneys, and support staff to develop case strategy, meet deadlines, and deliver effective legal representation.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses and court personnel
• Qualifications*
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in Arkansas, with an active license in good standing, or the ability to obtain admission within a reasonable timeframe.
• Zero to five years of legal experience, with an interest in developing a civil litigation practice. Prior litigation experience, judicial clerkships, internships, or comparable legal experience are preferred but not required.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take ownership of assigned work.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to professional excellence and effective client service.

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance