Associate Attorney

About the Opportunity
Myers Billion LLP seeks an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation and family law practice in downtown Sioux Falls. Since 1914 the firm has served individuals and businesses throughout South Dakota with practical client-focused legal counsel. This position will primarily handle general civil litigation matters (torts negligence contract disputes business litigation etc. ) and family law matters including divorce custody child support and alimony with opportunities to work on business litigation and select criminal law matters.

Key Responsibilities
Independently manage civil litigation and family law matters from initial evaluation through trial with partner support and guidance as needed.
Advise clients regarding legal options case strategy and court procedures.
Conduct legal research investigate factual issues and analyze financial records.
Draft pleadings motions discovery requests and responses stipulations agreements proposed orders and notices required under the South Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure.
Review and manage discovery in compliance with applicable deadlines and procedural rules.
Coordinate with expert witnesses when appropriate to support litigation strategy.
Prepare for and participate in mediations hearings and trials.
Develop and execute negotiation strategies in collaboration with clients.
Communicate professionally with clients courts opposing counsel experts and colleagues.
Maintain organized files accurate time records and compliance with ethical and professional standards.

Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Active South Dakota law license or eligibility for prompt admission in good standing.
2-5 years of civil litigation family law or related legal experience.
Strong research writing advocacy analytical organizational and client-service skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience handling depositions mediations hearings or trial preparation.
Familiarity with business disputes divorce custody support or protection order matters.
Experience practicing in South Dakota state or federal courts.
Ability to effectively counsel clients in sensitive or high-conflict situations.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary is competitive and dependent upon experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical dental vision disability insurance and IRA participation. This position is based in downtown Sioux Falls and may require occasional travel throughout South Dakota.

How to Apply
Submit a résumé and cover letter to . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Myers Billion LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any status protected by law. Reasonable accommodation is available upon request.

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