Attorney/Lawyer

Our firm is currently seeking to add a Worker’s Compensation & Civil Litigation Associate Attorney in our Council Bluffs office. We are seeking an attorney with 2 to 5+ years of experience who has great litigation and trial skills, and is eager to put those skills to work. As a Worker’s Compensation/Civil Litigation Attorney, you will have the opportunity to work with and be mentored by highly experienced Work Comp/Civil Litigation Attorneys. You will learn different aspects of civil litigation & worker’s compensation, gain experience in trials, and will be working with a team of attorneys on a multitude of cases. Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a fast pace and intellectually stimulating setting.

Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside experienced attorneys practicing in state and federal courts in the Midwest! If you like litigation and a fast-paced position, then this is the perfect job for you!

What you’ll do:

Collaboration: You will have the opportunity to work side by side with highly experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants as a team.

Trial Prep: Collaborate with experienced litigation attorneys to prepare evidence, documents and presentations as you prepare for trial.

Attorney Responsibilities: You will be responsible for handling depositions, mediations, conferences between claimants & judges, and court appearances as you grow and evolve in your legal career.

Create: You will work on drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.

What we’re looking for:

Two to five plus years of experience in the legal field

Working knowledge of state and federal laws and procedures

Strong analytical, communication and people skills

Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines

Excellent negotiation skills

Ability to work effectively with corporate professionals

Be committed to excellent performance

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education and Qualifications:

A law degree from an ABA accredited law school

Actively licensed in Iowa

Ability to become licensed in Illinois, Kansas, Indiana, and Nebraska

About Us:

Our firm provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and Parking & Transit)

Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits

Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Pet Insurance

Paid Maternity Leave

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

$80,000 - $110,000 base salary; opportunity for bonus

• A minimum of two years of experience in civil litigation or workers’ compensation law.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Iowa, with the ability to obtain licensure in surrounding states.
• Comprehensive understanding of state and federal laws, regulations, and court procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex legal issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including drafting legal documents and presenting cases.
• Proven ability to manage large caseloads and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in negotiation and client advocacy, ensuring favorable outcomes.
• Commitment to continuous growth and delivering high-quality legal services.