Associate Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

• Step into a high-caliber civil defense practice and immediately handle meaningful, complex matters across personal injury, auto liability, and insurance coverage — no hand-holding required
• Work alongside some of Ohio's most respected civil defense attorneys in a collegial, team-oriented environment where your contributions are genuinely valued
• Enjoy a balanced, sustainable workload with free parking and walkable amenities — whether you are based out of our westside Cleveland or Dublin (Columbus) office
• Join a fast-growing firm with a strong and expanding client base, creating real upward opportunity for attorneys who perform
• Benefit from a competitive salary commensurate with experience plus a strong bonus structure and an excellent benefits package
• Take ownership of your cases — from discovery through trial — with the autonomy to grow as a litigator and courtroom advocate

LOCATION: This is a full-time, in-person role available in two locations: our westside Cleveland, Ohio office — a suburban setting with walkable parks, restaurants, and shops — or our Dublin, Ohio office near Bridge Park in the Columbus metro, offering an upscale, walkable environment with easy highway access. Both offices offer free parking and a lifestyle-friendly commute.

NOTE: Candidates must hold an active Ohio law license and have a minimum of 3+ years of civil litigation experience directly involving insurance-related and/or tort defense matters. The more experience you bring, the better — senior candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates without insurance defense or related litigation background will not be considered.

ABOUT US

We are a well-established and highly regarded civil defense litigation firm with offices across Ohio, trusted by businesses, individuals, and their insurers to handle some of the state's most complex and high-stakes matters. Our practice spans personal injury, auto liability, bad faith, coverage, catastrophic injury, products liability, medical malpractice, and more. Year in and year out, our dedication to client service has earned us industry recognition and the loyalty of long-standing clients. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to attracting and retaining the brightest legal talent Ohio has to offer. Confidential Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Manage an active caseload of civil defense matters with a focus on personal injury, auto accidents, and insurance coverage disputes across Ohio
• Handle all phases of pre-trial litigation including written discovery, document review, and case strategy development
• Take and defend fact and expert depositions with skill and precision
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions at a high level
• Conduct substantive case evaluations and deliver clear, accurate reporting to carrier and business clients
• Serve as trial counsel in appropriate matters, owning the courtroom from opening to verdict
• Collaborate with partners and team members on complex, multi-party cases while also driving your own files forward independently

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Ohio law license in good standing (required)
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience in insurance defense, tort defense, or closely related practice area — senior candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience handling personal injury, auto liability, and/or insurance coverage matters
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload independently and as part of a team
• In-house or solo practice candidates considered if they bring demonstrated, recent experience working with carriers on insurance-related litigation
• J.D. from an accredited law school

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

This is a firm where talented attorneys thrive at every level. You will have real caseload ownership, courtroom opportunities, and the backing of a seasoned team that wants to see you succeed. The culture is professional but genuinely collegial — people enjoy working here, and it shows. Whether you choose the westside Cleveland office or the Dublin Columbus location, you will find a tight-knit, supportive environment with a manageable commute and a balanced schedule. If you are looking for a long-term home where your skills are respected, your career can grow, and your work genuinely matters to clients, this is it.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: OH bar, 3+ yrs civil litigation exp. Preferred- insurance defense or carrier-related litigation.

• Nice to haves:

• Preferred Years as Associate: 3+

• Additional context: Relocation- [yesno]. Packages - [yesno]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 3 to 5 years: $85,000 to $105,000 base

• 5 to 8 years: $105,000 to $125,000 base

• 8 to 12 years: $125,000 to $145,000 base

• 12+ years (partner-equivalent, no oversight needed): $145,000 to $160,000+ base, plus bonus opportunity

Submission Email: Name / Renee - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

One of Ohio's most prominent civil defense litigation firms seeks a 3+ year insurance/tort defense attorney for its westside Cleveland or Dublin (Columbus) office. The attorney will independently manage personal injury, auto, and coverage cases from discovery through trial. More experience is strongly preferred; senior candidates welcome. Must have active Ohio licensure and carrier-side litigation background.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Associate Attorney - CRUG Law - Collins Roche Utley & Garner LLC - JPC 1182 - Source

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• Client job title: Associate Attorney

• Location: Columbus and Cleveland, OH

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 3

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Civil Defense Attorney | Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney | Tort Defense Lawyer | Personal Injury Defense Attorney | Auto Liability Attorney | Coverage Attorney | Defense Counsel | Civil Litigator | Senior Associate Attorney | Ohio Licensed Attorney | Insurance Coverage Litigation

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: No

• Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Atty, Cleveland & Columbus, 3+ yrs.