Description
Job Summary
Premier AV rated civil litigation firm has an immediate opening for an Associate in General Liability in their Las Vegas office at Tivoli Village in Summerlin. Position includes legal research, writing, depositions, and court appearances.
Responsibilities and Duties
Associates are given meaningful, hands on legal work at every stage of their careers while working closely with other attorneys and Partners. Desired skills include Independently managing a litigation caseload, working on cases from beginning to end, court appearances, depositions, and communicating with clients. Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a track record of insightful research and persuasive writing abilities. Must also have the ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
About Murchison & Cumming, LLP
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community of professionals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender or gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, diverse abilities, or Veteran status. With these different backgrounds come different approaches, ideas and perspectives, which we believe is how an organization grows and thrives.
In addition to a collegial working environment that offers training, mentorship and support to help develop your career toward partnership, we offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
Murchison & Cumming provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Excellent benefits including 401K which is voluntary and self-directed with employer match
Health insurance: Firm pays 90% of the cost for employee coverage under the HMO plan.
Life insurance coverage for you and your dependents
Income protection in the event of a Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate benefits provided at no cost to employees and are paid entirely by the firm
Dental insurance – employer paid 50%
Vision insurance – employer paid 75%
Long Term Care and Flexible Spending accounts
Eligibility to participate in the firm's year-end bonus program
Referral fee programs
Opportunity for advancement
Professional but business casual work environment
Paid parking in the building
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
JD from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in Nevada
Experienced lawyer with salary commensurate with experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Trial experience is a plus but not required
Excellent oral advocacy skills and excellent writing skills absolutely required
Must be able to routinely meet deadlines and be prepared to be responsive to client requests/needs on a daily basis
State court experience
Culture and Diversity
