About this role
About the Firm
We are a Civil Litigation Defense Law Firm. Our mission is focused on a slow and sustainable growth process to create a diverse working environment while remaining sensitive to the needs of our employees and their families. Kiernan Trebach has become respected for our effective defense of clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to individuals and small business owners. We take pride in knowing our clients, understanding what they want, and exceeding their expectations.
The Role
- Assist attorneys with legal research, case preparation, and drafting legal memoranda and other documents.
- Conduct research on relevant case law, statutes, and legal issues.
- Attend depositions, hearings, trials, and other court proceedings to gain hands-on litigation experience.
- Collaborate with attorneys on case strategy and litigation assignments.
- Assist with preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials.
What You Will Bring
The ideal candidate will express an interest in litigation and in gaining hands-on experience by sitting in on depositions and other court proceedings. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent legal research and writing skills commensurate with his or her experience in law school, as well as the ability to think critically and engage in strategic discussion with attorneys regarding their assignments. The ideal candidate must be an effective communicator and a self-starter. Interested candidates should submit a resume, a recent transcript, and a writing sample.
Why You'll Love Us
At Kiernan Trebach LLP, we commit our talents and energy to continue a decades-long practice devoted to defense litigation and counseling the Firm's clients on issues that affect their potential for litigation. Kiernan Trebach represents clients on a national basis and maintains twelve offices in nine states plus the District of Columbia, with local presence in several others. Our lawyers have appeared in the courts of over 35 states and territories.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Profit Sharing
- Medical Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Holiday Pay
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Schedules
Equal Opportunity Statement
Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.