Job Description
*About Us*
Sutter O’Connell is dedicated to fearless representation and unwavering client advocacy. With offices in Cleveland, Nashville, and California, we represent globally recognized brands across industries, including Fortune 500 companies and major insurers. Our attorneys have tried, defended, or supervised cases in more than 40 states, and our longstanding client relationships reflect our commitment to excellence.
*Position Overview*
We are seeking a talented litigation attorney with 3–7 years of experience to join our Cleveland office. The ideal candidate is skilled in managing cases from inception through resolution, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. Experience with consumer warranty and product liability defense, including “Lemon Law” matters, is preferred but not required.
*Key Responsibilities*
· Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution under partner supervision.
· Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
· Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
· Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations.
· Develop case strategy, work with expert witnesses, and manage discovery.
· Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
· Organize and manage large volumes of documents, including in complex litigation.
· Contribute to business development efforts and build lasting client relationships.
· Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support team success.
*Qualifications*
· Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
· Admission to the Ohio State Bar (additional state admissions a plus).
· 3–7 years of private firm litigation experience.
· Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
· Proficiency with legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw).
· Excellent judgment, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
· Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
_No recruiters or recruiting agencies please._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office,