Associate Attorney

The Little Rock, AR office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its expanding Civil Litigation Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to join a growing team and work with experienced litigators in a collaborative environment, while contributing to case strategy and development.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of litigation experience with a focus on commercial and/or employment litigation preferred, but certainly not required. Transferrable litigation experience is welcome. Candidates must be active members in good standing of the Arkansas Bar.
Responsibilities:

Represent and defend clients in hearings, trials, and depositions
Consult and counsel clients, effectively communicate on cases, providing consistent updates and comprehensive legal advice
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and prepare and respond to discovery
Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and other team members in building and executing successful defense strategies

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience

Active membership in good standing with the Arkansas Bar
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute pre-trial strategy, exercise sound judgment, and think creatively
Motivated in attending trial and utilizing litigation skills
Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

Compensation:
Salary starts at $130,000-$135,000, commensurate with experience, plus two bonus structures and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits
HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.
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