Associate Attorney for Knoxville office

Job description
A law firm seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role focuses on providing high-quality legal services across various matters, offering an exceptional opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and professional environment. The firm is recognized for its supportive culture, work-life balance, and commitment to the professional development of its associates.

Duties
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft detailed memoranda, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings, including negotiations, mediation, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to develop and implement effective strategies for client representation.
• Maintain current knowledge of tax laws and regulations to deliver accurate and timely advice.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and legal expertise.

Requirements
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Tennessee.
• Solid understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, coupled with attention to detail.

Education
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications
• Admission to the Tennessee Bar (active and in good standing).

Skills
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective interpersonal skills for building client trust and working within a team.

Benefits
• Annual bonuses.
• Two weeks of paid vacation in the first full year of employment.
• Eight paid sick days annually.
• 100% firm-paid health insurance for the employee and their family.
• Firm-sponsored retirement plan with optional employee contributions.
• Term life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Corporate health club membership.
• 37.5-hour work week for full-time employees.
• Comprehensive support for professional development, including CLE costs, bar dues, malpractice insurance, and relevant association memberships.

This Tennessee-based law firm is one of the leading firms in the state, providing a wide variety of legal services to clients. Its major practice areas include employment law, business law, estate planning, government law, health care law, immigration law, tax law, and litigation. The firm and its attorneys have been recognized by leading legal publications including Best Lawyers and Chambers USA. Its offices are located in Knoxville and Oak Ridge, Tennessee. SKILLS - Corporate - General