Litigation Associate

Egerton McAfee   Knoxville, TN   Full-time     Legal
Posted on April 16, 2024
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Roles and Responsibilities

  • Analyze and investigate litigation matters and potential litigation matters (including researching applicable caselaw and other authorities).
  • Assist in all phases of litigation, including written discovery, arguing and defending motions, taking and defending depositions, and participation at trial.
  • Prepare and review memoranda, motions, briefs, and discovery.
  • Provide legal support and advice to different business functions.
  • Ensure client compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Report to partners and clients regarding case status.
  • Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
  • Effectively organize and maintain client files.

Skills and Competencies

  • Three (3) years of experience as an attorney with litigation experience.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital.
  • Willing to contribute, collaborate, and support established practice area in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
  • Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
  • Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.
  • A high level of professionalism, integrity, and ability to work with a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team.
  • With client-driven service being a critical focus, the candidate will be expected to provide prompt and quality service, including thoughtful and responsive guidance to clients and an excellent work product.
  • A large emphasis is placed on company culture and providing an innovative, fun, and collaborative work environment.

Egerton McAfee

Knoxville , TN