Associate Attorney Job Description

Associate attorneys work under the immediate supervision of a more experienced attorney.

Associate attorneys may handle more routine matters in the attorney’s practice, such as drafting contracts and reviewing legal documents.

Associate attorneys have limited authority in the practice of law, but may handle some specific legal tasks under the supervision of an attorney.

Job Brief:

We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in litigation and be able to hit the ground running. We are a fast-paced, dynamic law firm that is looking for an Associate Attorney who is able to work independently and handle a high volume of cases. If you are a self-starter and have a passion for the law, then we want to hear from you!

Associate Attorney Duties:

• Represent clients in court, make court appearances, negotiate settlements, and consult with clients about legal matters
• Stay abreast of legal trends and issues
• Handle a variety of legal tasks including legal research, drafting memos, contracts, and agreements
• Assist with legal filings, maintain files, prepare legal correspondence, and file documents
• Governance, regulations, and legislation in job field
• Meet with clients, attend meetings, and prepare reports

Associate Attorney Responsibilities:

• Fulfill legal needs of client by creating, updating, and maintaining contracts, agreements, and policies
• Review, revise, and edit documents, letters, deck presentations, and other written materials
• Draft agreements and contracts, and advise management on legal ramifications
• Provide legal guidance, research, and representation to management and clients
• Perform legal research, including reviewing legal documents and case law, and drafting briefs
• Represent clients in court
• Attend meetings, hearings, and conferences
• Attend continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops
• Create and maintain company policies, procedures, and procedures
• Incorporate recommendations and feedback into the company’s operations
• Develop and implement training programs
• Attend seminars, workshops, conferences, and trade shows
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in political science, government, or public policy
• 1+ years of related experience
• Strong research and writing skills
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing individuals and business entities, and ability to apply them to specific job situations
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently

At Company Name, we believe that a diverse and inclusive team is key to success. We are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, gender expressions, and ages.