Our firm is currently seeking to add a Worker’s Compensation & Civil Litigation Associate Attorney in our Council Bluffs office. We are seeking an attorney with 2 to 5+ years of experience who has great litigation and trial skills, and is eager to put those skills to work. As a Worker’s Compensation/Civil Litigation Attorney, you will have the opportunity to work with and be mentored by highly experienced Work Comp/Civil Litigation Attorneys. You will learn different aspects of civil litigation & worker’s compensation, gain experience in trials, and will be working with a team of attorneys on a multitude of cases. Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a fast pace and intellectually stimulating setting.<br><br>Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside experienced attorneys practicing in state and federal courts in the Midwest! If you like litigation and a fast-paced position, then this is the perfect job for you!<br><br>What you’ll do:<br>Collaboration: You will have the opportunity to work side by side with highly experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants as a team.<br><br>Trial Prep: Collaborate with experienced litigation attorneys to prepare evidence, documents and presentations as you prepare for trial.<br><br>Attorney Responsibilities: You will be responsible for handling depositions, mediations, conferences between claimants & judges, and court appearances as you grow and evolve in your legal career.<br><br>Create: You will work on drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.<br><br>What we’re looking for:<br>Two to five plus years of experience in the legal field<br><br>Working knowledge of state and federal laws and procedures<br><br>Strong analytical, communication and people skills<br><br>Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines<br><br>Excellent negotiation skills<br><br>Ability to work effectively with corporate professionals<br><br>Be committed to excellent performance<br><br>Excellent written and oral communication skills<br><br>Education and Qualifications:<br>A law degree from an ABA accredited law school<br><br>Actively licensed in Iowa<br><br>Ability to become licensed in Illinois, Kansas, Indiana, and Nebraska<br><br>About Us:<br>Our firm provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!<br><br>The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:<br><br>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance<br><br>Health Savings Account<br><br>Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and Parking & Transit)<br><br>Group Life/AD& D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits<br><br>Voluntary Life/AD& D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance<br><br>401(k) and Profit Sharing<br><br>Pet Insurance<br><br>Paid Maternity Leave<br><br>Wellness Program<br><br>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)<br><br>Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays<br><br>$80,000 - $110,000 base salary; opportunity for bonus
The Assistant General Counsel serves as a key in-house legal advisor supporting a portfolio of diversified operating companies and investment vehicles. This role requires a highly capable attorney who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, independently managing a broad range of legal matters. The ideal candidate is practical, business-minded, and adept at balancing legal risk with commercial execution. Must be comfortable taking ownership, working autonomously, and interacting directly with executives, partners, and outside counsel. <br> Key Responsibilities Corporate & Transactional: Draft, negotiate, and review essential business agreements (commercial contracts, operating agreements, etc.). Support M& A activities (diligence, structuring, execution). Manage entity formation, corporate governance, and multi-jurisdictional compliance. Real Estate & Development: Support commercial real estate transactions (acquisitions, leases, construction, financing). Assist with land use, regulatory approvals, and coordination with technical partners. Specialized Regulatory & Operations: Provide operational compliance support to affiliated businesses (e.g., healthcare/financial services regulations, licensing). Review management service agreements and detail oriented employment contracts. Complex Finance Transactions: Assist with specialized tax-credit programs and incentive finance structures. Coordinate with community entities, lenders, investors, and external counsel to structure and close complex financial transactions. Litigation & Dispute Management: Manage commercial disputes, construction issues, and regulatory challenges. Coordinate with outside litigation counsel on strategy and budgets. Handle demand letters and document requests. General Business Support: Provide day-to-day legal advice to executive and operational teams. Help develop internal policies, risk frameworks, and standardized documents. Support new business initiatives.
