Associate Attorney Litigation

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Little Rock, Arkansas, office as part of a regional litigation team. The successful candidate will handle civil litigation matters with emphasis on financial services disputes, debtor-creditor and collection actions, and bankruptcy proceedings, managing cases with a combination of independence and collaboration under partner supervision.

Duties

Conduct detailed legal research to inform case strategy and support motion practice

Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and memoranda in civil litigation and bankruptcy matters

Develop litigation strategies and participate in hearings, status conferences, and client meetings

Manage all aspects of case progression, including drafting responses, coordinating document production, and preparing for trials or hearings

Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates on case status, strategy, and next steps

Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices to leverage firm resources and expertise

Assist in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute-resolution processes

Maintain organized file management, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and firm procedures

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Admission to the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility to gain admission within one year of hire)

Minimum of 1 year of experience in civil litigation; familiarity with financial services, debtor-creditor, collections, or commercial litigation preferred

Proficiency in legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and drafting precise legal documents

Demonstrated ability to manage workloads independently while keeping partners and staff informed

Strong written and oral communication skills with a clear, organized style

Capacity to work respectfully and productively in a team-oriented environment

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited institution

Preferred : judicial clerkship experience or law review participation

Certifications

Active membership in good standing with the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility within one year of hire)

Skills

Advanced legal research and analytical capabilities to support case development

Expertise in drafting litigation documents—pleadings, motions, and briefs—with attention to detail

Effective oral advocacy skills for hearings, depositions, and client counseling

Strong organizational aptitude to balance multiple matters and meet strict deadlines

Ability to collaborate across offices and practice areas to serve client needs holistically

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans

Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options

Fertility coverage assistance and adoption / surrogacy financial support

Nine paid holidays and flexible paid vacation leave

Paid sick leave accrual at one hour per 30 hours worked

Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and military leave

Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits with discretionary bonuses

Employee Assistance Program, back-up care, and domestic partner benefits

Commuter benefits and technology allowance

Company info

BCG Attorney Search

10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100

Houston

Texas

United States 77042

Phone : (713) 270-1199

Fax : (213) 895-7306

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