Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a true run your own cases role where you're trusted to handle matters independently while still having a team behind you
• Build sharp litigation skills fast with real responsibility: strategy, discovery, motion practice, hearings, and client-facing work
• Join a stable, respected practice with a long-term client base and meaningful work that stays interesting
• Competitive compensation exceeding $100,000, with upside based on experience and performance
• Clear path to growth for attorneys who bring strong judgment, strong writing, and strong execution

Location: Des Moines, Iowa — full-time onsite role in a collaborative, in-office team environment.

Note: Must have 3+ years of litigation experience and outstanding academic performance. Must be admitted to the Iowa Bar or able to promptly obtain admission. Independent litigation practice experience is strongly preferred.

About Us: We're a well-established Iowa-based law firm known for high-quality legal work, strong client relationships, and a professional, collegial culture. Our litigators are practical, prepared, and trusted — and we value attorneys who take ownership, communicate clearly, and deliver excellent work product. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle lower-complexity litigation matters with the ability to manage cases independently from early stage through resolution
• Develop case strategy, assess risk, and drive matters forward with minimal oversight
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, and manage written discovery
• Take and defend depositions and work with experts as needed
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and court conferences
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court in a professional, solutions-oriented manner
• Maintain strong organization, deadlines, and detailed file management across multiple active matters
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on higher-stakes matters as needed, contributing strong research and writing support

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience (law firm or comparable)
• Admission to the Iowa Bar or ability to promptly obtain admission
• Outstanding grades and a strong academic record
• Strong legal writing, research, and practical judgment
• Proven ability to run straightforward cases independently and manage deadlines without hand-holding
• Independent litigation practice experience is preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll work with smart, grounded attorneys who value quality, preparation, and professionalism — without unnecessary chaos. This is a great fit for someone who wants autonomy, real courtroom and case-management reps, and a long-term home where great work is recognized and growth is supported.

JPC-914

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

**UPDATE**: Law school academic record is needed on all subs. Please ask before submitting. ALL SUBS need to include academic transcript!!!!!!

Requirements: Must-haves: IA bar, 3+ years litigation experience, ‘outstanding grades’

• Nice to haves: independent litigation practice experience and proven ability to run straightforward cases start-to-finish.

• Additional context: Relocation- [yesno]. Packages - [yesno]

Submissions Name /

cwasson@ahlerslaw.com

Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

Des Moines-based firm seeking a 3-7 year litigation associate who can run straightforward cases independently. Outstanding grades required; independent litigation practice experience preferred. Salary exceeds $100,000 and scales with experience.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Litigation Associate Attorney – Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.- JPC 914 - Source

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• Client job title:  Litigation Associate Attorney

• Location: Des Moines, Iowa

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 3

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  Litigation Associate, Associate Attorney Litigation, Civil Litigation Attorney, Commercial Litigation Associate, Trial Attorney, Litigation Attorney, Insurance Defense Associate, General Litigation, Motion Practice, Depositions, Discovery, Case Management, Hearings, Mediation

• # of hires needed: 1

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