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Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation Defense
About the job Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation Defense
Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation Defense
Hybrid | Las Vegas, NV
Direct Hire / Permanent Placement
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Associate Attorney on behalf of a valued client partner for a civil litigation defense practice in Las Vegas. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Associate Attorney opportunity.
We are seeking a motivated litigation attorney who wants hands-on responsibility, courtroom exposure, and the opportunity to manage matters directly while working alongside experienced legal leadership. This role is best suited for an attorney who is eager to sharpen litigation skills in a structured, team-oriented environment.
Candidates with unstable or frequently changing employment history will not be considered. We are prioritizing attorneys with strong tenure, clear progression, and demonstrated commitment to litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage civil litigation defense matters from intake through resolution, depending on experience level
- Conduct court appearances, status conferences, hearings, and related proceedings
- Handle written discovery, document review, and discovery strategy
- Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and summarize testimony
- Draft motions, oppositions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and case strategy materials
- Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and negotiation efforts
- Prepare matters for trial including exhibits, witness prep, motions in limine, and trial coordination
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, strategy, and exposure updates
- Work directly with a supervising partner while maintaining ownership of assigned files
Required Qualifications (Highly Important)
- 2–5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably defense-side
- Active Nevada Bar license in good standing
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Experience handling hearings, discovery, depositions, and motion practice
- Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple active matters
- Professional communication skills with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Strong work ethic with desire to grow as a trial-ready litigator
- Stable employment history with clear progression; candidates with jumpy resumes will not be considered
Preferred Qualifications (Strongly Valued)
- Active California Bar license in addition to Nevada
- Insurance defense, general liability, premises liability, construction defect, transportation, or commercial litigation experience
- Trial preparation or first-chair / second-chair trial exposure
- Mediation experience and practical settlement strategy skills
- Experience reporting directly to partners or senior litigation leadership
- Strong case ownership mindset with minimal handholding required
- Prior experience in fast-paced civil defense firms
HireNow Disqualifiers
- No active Nevada Bar license
- Plaintiff-only background without transferable defense litigation experience
- Limited writing or motion practice experience
- Inability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
- Frequent job changes without clear rationale or progression
- Need for visa sponsorship (not available)
HireNow Checklist
HireNow Staffing is recruiting candidates who meet the following profile:
2–5 years of civil litigation experience
Active Nevada Bar membership in good standing
Strong motion drafting, discovery, and deposition skills
Comfortable appearing in court and handling case responsibilities
Professional communicator with clients and internal leadership
Able to work hybrid in Las Vegas, NV
Team-oriented with desire for long-term growth
Stable resume with progressive legal experience
Standout Candidates Include:
Dual-barred Nevada and California attorneys
Associates with meaningful deposition and mediation experience
Defense attorneys ready for increased file ownership
Lawyers seeking long-term advancement into senior litigation roles
HireNow Package
- Base Salary: $100,000 – $175,000 (depending on experience)
- Additional Compensation: Bonus opportunities
- Benefits: Full benefits package
- Work Location: Hybrid – Las Vegas, NV
- Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available