Associate Attorney

Weber & Olcese, P.L.C. is looking for an attorney to join our growing and dynamic creditors' rights practice group. Candidates should have a juris doctor degree from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in Kentucky (or the ability to immediately obtain a Kentucky law license). This position will allow the attorney to immediately contribute and engage in meaningful work, including attending court hearing; preparing, reviewing and signing substantive pleadings and motions; and interacting with clients and opposing counsel. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply and include your cover letter and resume. Primary Duties And Responsibilities Attend court hearings; Monitor files from answer to judgment; Communicate with customers and attorneys to resolve legal matters; Provide clients with status updates both verbally and through email/websites; Review file information received from client for accuracy and completeness; Summarize legal documents; Prepare and review declarations and affidavits for truthfulness; Prepare correspondence to courts, attorneys and clients; Prepare and file pleadings; Draft motions and answers/responses to motions; Review bankruptcy filings, deceased notifications and military hits; and Perform online records research. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Excellent analytical, writing, research, investigative and organizational skills; Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word and Excel) and case management software Basic typing skills; Ability to multitask; Aptitude to be self-motivated; and Desire to work with others in achieving company and client goals. Minimum Education And Experience Requirements At least a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution Other Work Requirements Successfully pass pre-employment testing including criminal background check, credit check and drug testing. Compensation And Benefits Competitive annual salary based upon experience; Competitive medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, the cost of which is shared between the firm and the employee (full-time only); Life insurance fully paid by the firm (full-time only); Long-term disability insurance fully paid by the firm (full-time only); 401(k) Qualified Retirement Plan. Both pre‑tax and post‑tax (Roth) 401(k) options available. Employee contributions are matched up to 4% of annual compensation; Section 125 Plan (full-time only). Perks 17 firm paid vacation days annually (full-time only); 8 firm paid holidays per year; Free Starbucks Coffee; Casual dress when not attending Court hearings or meeting clients #J-18808-Ljbffr