Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP

. Handle a variety of litigation matters involving wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, and more.

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeReno • Nevada • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation, including case management from inception to resolution, legal research, and drafting of legal documents. Possesses strong advocacy and communication skills, with a focus on client outcomes and collaboration with legal teams.

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Civil Litigation ExperienceNevada State Bar AdmissionPleading PreparationDeposition ExperienceLegal Research

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Hard Skills

Legal Strategy DevelopmentDrafting MotionsManaging DiscoveryArguing Motions in CourtTrial Experience

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsClient-Focused MindsetAdvocacy Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Industry Keywords

Wrongful DeathPremises LiabilityPersonal InjuryConstruction DisputesBreach of Contract

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle a variety of litigation matters involving wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, and more.
Manage cases from inception to resolution.
Develop legal strategy.
Conduct legal research.
Draft pleadings, motions, and legal briefs.
Manage discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery.
Take and defend depositions.
Communicate with clients and opposing counsel.
Argue motions in court and appear in court.
Attend mediations and trials.
Work with individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Collaborate closely with team members and receive mentorship from experienced partners.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably handling matters involving general liability, construction, personal/catastrophic injury, contracts/business, and/or commercial disputes.
Current admission to the Nevada State Bar is required.
Experience preparing pleadings, propounding and responding to discovery, drafting motions and legal briefs, taking and defending depositions, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and appearing in court.
Arbitration and/or trial experience is preferred, but not required.
Experience supervising law clerks and junior associates is a plus.
Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, a client-focused mindset, and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus plan (paid quarterly)
Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
Vision coverage
Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Unlimited Time Off program
12 paid holidays
401(k)
Career development opportunities
Healthy work-life balance
Inclusive and diverse workplace environment