Pay: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a sophisticated boutique litigation practice where your work directly impacts real cases, not just billable volume
• Run meaningful real estate and business litigation matters with real ownership and autonomy
• Earn strong base pay plus uncapped, performance-driven bonuses tied directly to collections
• Learn closely from an experienced trial attorney in a tight-knit, high-standards environment
• Clear runway for professional growth without pressure to bring in business

Location

Highland Heights, Ohio. This role is on-site initially to ensure full training and integration. After approximately 90 days, the position may transition to a hybrid schedule with 1–2 work-from-home days per week.

Note

This role requires an active Ohio law license and hands-on civil litigation experience. Relocation assistance is not available.

About Our Client

Our client is a boutique litigation firm focused on complex real estate and business disputes across Northeast Ohio. They are known for high standards, thoughtful case strategy, and giving attorneys real responsibility early while maintaining a collaborative and professional culture.

Job Description

• Manage a litigation caseload from matter assignment through resolution, including trial or appeal
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery with minimal supervision
• Take and defend depositions and appear in court as first or second chair
• Handle real estate and business litigation matters including title disputes, HOA enforcement, commercial disputes, and landlord matters
• Meet an annual billable target of approximately 1,500 hours
• Collaborate closely with firm leadership and support staff

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Active Ohio Bar license in good standing with no disciplinary history
• Experience appearing in Ohio courts, with Cuyahoga County experience strongly preferred
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Comfort using modern legal technology and practice management tools

Why Youll Love Working Here

• You are trusted to run cases, not micromanaged
• Bonuses are formula-driven and tied directly to performance
• CLEs and bar dues are fully covered
• Supportive environment focused on quality work and professional growth
• No pressure to generate business, though origination credit is available

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance