Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

The entry level candidate would be engaged mostly on the defense side of civil litigation and defend large-scale entities, professional- and general-liability claims, primarily in tort and civil rights claims. This individual will also work closely with Litigation Partners and other associates. This person could expect to have a hands‑on litigation desk, involving discovery, taking/defending depositions, drafting pleadings, and attending hearings.

This person will also enjoy direct client contact, as well as interaction with witnesses and court personnel. This individual must possess IN bar licensure or will soon. Base-salary would be based on the candidate. Bonus structure. Health/IRA. Past civil jury trial experience will be noticed but not required. The established Indianapolis-based law firm advocates for work‑life balance and has 17 attorneys.

Seeking to add an associate with 0 to 4 years of experience.

Lewis And Wilkins's growing collaborative civil litigation group is well‑known in the Indiana litigation community having tried over 50 jury trials in the last two decades on civil matters including construction defect, defamation, wrongful death, big truck, TBI, and land use with amounts in controversy routinely $1M+.

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Base salary is $80,000 to $115,000 based on the candidate, with bonus structure and health/IRA benefits.

Plus Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance (gold plan)
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Full-time

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies
• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of client
• Negotiate settlements
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

• Passed the Indiana Bar
• Previous experience is preferred but first‑year lawyers may be considered
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Fast paced civil litigation law firm with 17 lawyers