Associate Attorney

Company Description

The Waltz Law Group is a full-service defense firm specializing in civil litigation, commercial litigation, insurance defense, and coverage litigation and analysis. The firm's expertise includes handling complex legal matters related to property and casualty claims, construction defect claims, maritime claims, and more. Known for its creative problem-solving approach, the firm emphasizes quality and tailored solutions to address clients' unique legal challenges. By consulting closely with clients, The Waltz Law Group designs strategic plans to achieve effective, results-driven outcomes. Their commitment to innovative thinking and collaboration ensures solutions that help clients achieve their goals.

Primary Duties Include

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
• Regularly representing clients in court, at mediation and in depositions
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Expert witness retention and collaboration
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Some travel may be required

Requirements

• Up to 3+ years of experience with an emphasis in property and casualty claims
• Familiar with handling civil cases from beginning to end,
• Experience taking and defending depositions to include 30(b)(6) and experts, drafting and arguing substantive motions, attending hearings and trials
• Experience participating in negotiations and mediations
• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and active bar license in Louisiana
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid research abilities and written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment
• Must respond promptly to e-mail and phone inquiries
• Excellent client skills and telephone manner

Benefits

• 401(k) with annual contribution upon eligibility
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Paid parking

Salary will be based upon experience.

Please note that The Waltz Law Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or other identifying information for potential candidates from recruiters. The Waltz Law Group will not pay any recruiting fees in the absence of a fee agreement with The Waltz Law Group and specific pre-approval from Human Resources to submit a proposed candidate.

Any recruiter who has a potential candidate must first contact Human Resources to determine if candidates are being accepted.

This is a full-time position.