Managing Attorney is responsible for managing the daily operations of a law firm or an organization's legal department. Provides leadership and participates in the most complex legal actions. Being a Managing Attorney directs law office operations, case assignments, and staffing. Oversees the activities and work products of subordinate attorneys. Additionally, Managing Attorney monitors case status, timelines, and issues. Mentors and coaches attorneys and implements staff professional development programs. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to top legal executive. The Managing Attorney manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Managing Attorney typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Title: Associate Attorney
Report To: Owner/Founding Attorneys; two sole-attorney law practices
Description
This position is split between two small law firms. Full-time position. The employee will be employed ½ time by one firm and ½ time by the other firm. Associate attorney will work with the Owner of each practice to support legal work of each practice. This is a general practice position and will involve both transactional work and litigation work. Transactional work involves real estate work, document drafting, and regulatory filing. Litigation has an emphasis on employment litigation, as well as general civil litigation, family law and probate work. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
· Involvement in all areas of civil litigation practice including, case development, drafting pleadings and motions, depositions and discovery, document management and trial work.
· Develop case: review background materials, and interview witnesses.
· Draft Maine Human Rights Commission Complaints
· Draft Court Complaints
· Legal research and analysis
· Brief drafting for summary judgment practice in employment litigation
· Draft discovery
· Respond to discovery including organizing document production
· Deposition preparation and participation
· Trial work
· Appellate work
· Drafting employment contracts, construction contracts and other contracts
· Real estate drafting and closings
· Nonprofit regulatory filings and formation
Qualifications and Skills
· Must be a member of the Maine Bar
· At least 3 years’ experience in litigation practice
· Ability to work independently.
· Ability to manage cases and meet deadlines
· Computer skills, including Microsoft Office
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Work environment
Hybrid position. Remote work is acceptable with some check in at the office. Very collegial and flexible work environment. This position could allow you to design the type of practice you want and your work/life balance. Excellent growth opportunities for the right person.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, ME 04101