Litigation Associate Attorney

Pierce Coleman, PLLC, is a boutique employment (management side) and municipal law firm with offices located in Scottsdale and Mesa, Arizona is growing and adding a Litigation Attorney. If you are looking for your next opportunity and a place you won't want to leave and have 4+ years of litigation experience, then this is the place for you! The ideal candidate will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions primarily in matters in state and federal court involving claims of discrimination, harassment, wrongful terminations, etc., experience in labor and employment law is preferred; but candidates with strong litigation experience and an interest in labor and employment law will be considered. The firm is committed to equal opportunity employment. We welcome talented individuals with diverse areas of expertise and points of view to join our team. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces differences, promotes equality, and engenders mutual respect, thereby creating a culture of inclusion where everyone can excel. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Case evaluation recommendation and support. Communicate with clients and counsel. Propound and respond to discovery. Perform legal research and draft memoranda. Draft responsive pleadings, motions, and other court documents. Prepare for, take and defend depositions. Prepare for and attend court hearings and personnel appeal hearings. Prepare for and attend mediations. Provide excellent service to all clients. QUALIFICATIONS: Four or more years of civil litigation experience, labor and employment experience preferred. Must be in good standing with the Arizona State Bar. Experience with depositions, motions and court hearings is required. Strong research and writing skills. Ability to work independently and to multitask while demonstrating strong attention to detail. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Westlaw, and other Internet database platforms Pierce Coleman PLLC offers a competitive performance-based compensation and generous benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance and 401K. Pierce Coleman PLLC is committed to equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr