Associate Attorney

Description

Litigation Associate Attorney – Real Estate Law

Milwaukee, Wisconsin NO RELOCATION

Join our growing and dynamic real estate law firm in Wisconsin as a Litigation Associate Attorney. This is an exciting opportunity for long-term career advancement and professional development within a collaborative and engaging litigation group. As a part of our team, you will handle a wide range of cases, including property restrictions enforcement, contract disputes, construction defects, and other real estate matters. This role offers significant client interaction and opportunities for public speaking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in real estate litigation, including matters involving property restrictions, contracts, construction defects, and more.
• Engage in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing witnesses, taking and defending depositions, and managing trials and appeals.
• Maintain strong client relationships by providing regular updates on case progress.
• Chair client meetings and manage electronic task lists, including billing.
• Work independently on a diverse caseload while managing administrative staff.
• Provide strategic legal advice and counsel to clients in various legal matters.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be admitted to practice law in Wisconsin.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant litigation experience, preferably in real estate, corporate law, contract law, or litigation for governmental entities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a heavy caseload and maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft operating systems and advanced legal software.
• Strong personal skills, including the ability to build relationships and manage client expectations.
• Availability for client meetings during business hours, with occasional evenings and weekends required.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in real estate law, including handling cases involving HOAs, land disputes, construction issues, or nursing home-related actions.
• Strong litigation skills across all phases of a case, from initial filing to trial and appeal.

Benefits

Benefits: We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including health, disability, and retirement plans, along with a supportive work environment that fosters long-term career growth.