Defense Litigation Associate

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We are seeking an experienced Defense Litigation Associate with approximately 5 years of litigation experience to join our Omaha office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to take on meaningful responsibility, work directly with clients, and grow within a collaborative and well‑established practice.

• Manage all phases of civil defense litigation, from initial case evaluation through trial and appeal.
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Handle written discovery and case strategy development.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the Nebraska Bar (or ability to obtain promptly).
• Approximately 5 years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling cases with a high degree of autonomy.
• Trial experience is a plus.

To Apply:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award‑winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client‑focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.