Careers
at Perez Morris
Join Our Team at Perez Morris: Where Your Career is Our Commitment
Empowering Culture
- Flexibility and Balance: At Perez Morris, we understand the importance of balance. Our flexible working arrangements are designed to support the personal and professional lives of our team, allowing you to excel in both.
- Inclusive Environment: As the largest certified woman-owned law firm in Ohio, we arecommitted to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Here, 67% of our attorneys are women, 16% are minorities, and 13% identify as LGBTQIA+. Your unique background and perspective are valued here.
Professional Growth
- Career Development Opportunities: We invest in your future with mentoring programs, professional development courses, and real-world experiences that broaden your legal expertise and enhance your career trajectory.
- Open Collaboration: Our firm thrives on collaboration. You will work alongside industry experts and leaders who are as invested in your professional growth as they are in our
clients’ successes.
Community Engagement
- Giving Back: Join a team that is deeply rooted in the community. At Perez Morris, we encourage and support our employees in giving back, with numerous opportunities to engage in local service projects and initiatives.
- Work That Matters: Your work at Perez Morris goes beyond the office—we’re committed to making a positive impact on the community through pro bono work and various philanthropic efforts.
Innovative and Forward-Thinking
- Cutting-Edge Legal Practices: Work with some of the biggest industry leaders across various sectors, from healthcare to global shipping, using innovative legal strategies that set industry standards.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Our firm is constantly evolving, embracing new technologies and methodologies to stay ahead in a competitive legal landscape. At Perez Morris, you’ll be at the forefront of legal innovation.
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous parental leave.
- Recognition and Rewards: We recognize and reward hard work and dedication—your contributions will not go unnoticed.
Your Path to Success Starts Here
Whether you’re a seasoned attorney or a new graduate, Perez Morris offers a platform for growth unlike any other. Here, you’re not just joining a firm; you’re becoming part of a family that supports and celebrates your success. Apply today to begin your journey with us!
Open Positions
About the Firm
Perez Morris is a women-owned business defense law firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio, as well as Pennsylvania. Our attorneys are licensed to practice across the country and regularly practice in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. We pride ourselves on being good people, doing great legal work, exceptionally well. We serve retail, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, financial services, and logistics clients. We look for self-motivated, intelligent, business-minded, diverse attorneys who want to work at a firm passionate about investing in its people and communities where we live and work.
Position Overview
Perez Morris is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Associate Attorney to join our Columbus, Ohio office. This position focuses on commercial and general liability litigation matters and is well-suited for an attorney with 4 to 6 years of civil litigation experience who is ready to independently manage a diverse caseload, contribute to client relationships, and grow their practice in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently manage an assigned case load of business and general liability litigation matters from inception through resolution, meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of the legal practice.
- Appear regularly in court conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
- Lead all aspects of litigation strategy, including drafting pleadings, drafting and responding to written discovery, preparing motions, negotiating settlements, and preparing witnesses for trial.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate clients and insurers, providing regular case updates, strategic assessments, and litigation plans throughout the matter lifecycle.
- Provide sound legal advice and strategic counsel to clients at all stages of the litigation process.
Qualifications
- Associate with 4-6 years of experience handling civil litigation matters.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license in good standing with the Ohio Bar.
- Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure cases and manage complex litigation matters.
- Commitment to client service and ethical legal practice.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills, and a strong work ethic.
- Entrepreneurial growth mindset for client development and practice management.
- Values collaboration and diverse perspectives and can work with a team to creatively solve problems.
The firm offers a fully transparent compensation structure, full benefits, including paid holidays and vacation, health care insurance, 401k, and an excellent work environment. Submit your resume to Leah Mako, Director of People Operations at lmako@perez-morris.com.
Perez Morris is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage and intentionally seek diverse perspectives and work experience.