Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected, full-service law firm with a long-standing reputation for sophisticated legal work and a broad regional platform.
• Step into a substantive litigation role with immediate responsibility for case strategy, client communication, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Work on complex civil litigation matters, including work involving financial institutions, in a professional and collaborative environment.
• Build your career in a firm that offers strong benefits, meaningful work, and exposure to sophisticated matters.
• Join a team where motivated attorneys can take ownership of their cases and continue developing as litigators.

Location: This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Jeffersonville, Indiana, ideal for an attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience in a professional office setting.

Note: Candidates must be licensed in Indiana and have at least 3 years of civil litigation experience. Kentucky licensure is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a well-established, full-service law firm known for handling sophisticated transactions, complex litigation, and high-level legal matters for a wide range of clients. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, excellent client service, and the development of talented attorneys who take pride in producing strong work. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage a portfolio of litigation matters from case evaluation through resolution
• Develop and execute case strategy, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
• Prepare cases for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial
• Represent clients in court, including arguing motions and examining witnesses
• Collaborate with attorneys and litigation support staff on active matters
• Communicate directly with clients regarding strategy, developments, risks, and next steps
• Prioritize deadlines and manage multiple cases while delivering high-quality work product

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Indiana law license in good standing
• Kentucky licensure strongly preferred
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience managing cases through discovery and trial preparation
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong oral advocacy and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a solid work ethic
• Experience with financial institutions litigation is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a respected firm where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility and sophisticated work. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney who wants strong platform support, a collegial team, real courtroom and case management exposure, and a long-term growth path in a well-regarded firm environment.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Requirements: Must-haves: IN bar license, 2+ years of litigation experience

• Nice to haves: Preferred Kentucky bar admission

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

• Salary band:

  • 3 to 4 years directly relevant experience:$100,000 to $115,000

  • 4 to 5 years directly relevant experience:$115,000 to $130,000

  • 5+ years and especially strong fit / dual-licensed / financial institutions exposure:$130,000 to $145,000

Submission Email: Tracey - tmoore@stites.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established full-service law firm seeking a Litigation Associate for its Jeffersonville office. Role focuses on general civil litigation and matters involving financial institutions, with full case handling responsibilities. Best fit is a 3 to 5 year litigation attorney licensed in Indiana, ideally also licensed in Kentucky.

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• Client job title: Litigation Associate Attorney

• Location: Jeffersonville, IN

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 2

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• # of hires needed: 1

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