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Mooney, Lenaghan, Westberg Dorn, L.L.C. · 1 day ago

Litigation Associate Attorney

Omaha, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

Mooney, Lenaghan, Westberg Dorn, L.L.C. is an Omaha-based insurance defense firm seeking talented Litigation Associate Attorneys. The role involves independently handling complex litigation defense matters, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation, while maintaining high professional standards.

Law Practice

Hiring Manager

Mistie Hunt MOL CLM

Responsibilities

Independently handles caseload of complex litigation defense matters, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation

Exhibits superior written and oral advocacy skills

Maintains the highest level of professional and ethical standards

Reviews file materials upon case assignment and provides a detailed analysis of legal issues and a well-reasoned plan of action

Prepares pleadings, persuasive motions, briefs and legal memoranda, discovery, summaries, and trial/appellate briefs to further defense strategy

Analyzes complex legal and medical issues, conducts appropriate research, and prepares research memoranda for clients

Represents clients at court hearings, jury trials, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, mediations, and other proceedings

Conduct and defend depositions of parties, experts, and medical professionals

Timely updates clients regarding significant case events, strategies, and exposure changes

Effectively and timely negotiates settlement for optimal outcome

Participates in Claims reviews, roundtables, and conference calls with clients

Analyze medical records and collaborate closely with expert witnesses

Qualification

Litigation experienceWorkers' Compensation lawMedical Malpractice lawLegal researchOral advocacyWritten advocacyEthical standardsNegotiation skills

Required