Trial Attorney
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Senior Personal Injury Attorney - Onsite
(Firm has offices nationwide)
Our client, a nationally recognized law firm with a proven track record of securing over $1 billion for clients, is seeking a Senior Personal Injury Attorney to join their team in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Phoenix, or Boca Raton. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced litigator to take on high-stakes cases in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Handle complex personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle accidents (MVA), wrongful death, and bad faith claims
Lead case strategy and oversee litigation efforts from inception to resolution
Work collaboratively with a team of skilled attorneys and support staff
Contribute to business development and case origination
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $150,000 - $190,000 + Attorney Fees
Retirement: 401(k) with employer match
Healthcare: Employer-covered medical, dental, and vision (no premiums)
Time Off: Generous PTO
Requirements:
Minimum of three first-chair trials in personal injury litigation
Proven experience handling high-stakes personal injury cases
Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of attorneys and support staff
Apply Now
Our client is actively interviewing for this role. If you are interested, apply today, and I'll reach out to set up a quick call to discuss further.
Personal Injury Attorney
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Attorney - Personal Injury Law
Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 3+ Years Preferred
Practice Area: Personal Injury Law
Are you an experienced attorney with a passion for advocating for injured individuals and making a difference in your clients' lives? A well-established and highly respected personal injury law firm in Milwaukee is seeking a talented and dedicated attorney to join its dynamic team.
About the Position
Representing clients in personal injury matters from initial consultation to resolution.
Conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and managing discovery.
Negotiating settlements and litigating cases in court, as necessary.
Collaborating with a team of skilled legal professionals to provide excellent client service.
Qualifications
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in Wisconsin.
3+ years of experience in personal injury litigation or a related field.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in office.
Why Join Us?
Competitive compensation (90k-150k/yr) and bonus structure.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.
A chance to work with a team dedicated to achieving justice for injured individuals.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated attorney seeking a fulfilling career with a reputable Milwaukee personal injury law firm, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant writing samples to *******************************, or apply where you see this job posting.
We look forward to hearing from talented legal professionals who share our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.
Summer Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
The intern will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the Global Law & Policy team, including in some or all of the following areas: commercial contracts, IP, product development, sourcing, data privacy, healthcare compliance, research & development, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, investigations and litigation.
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities**
+ Works on projects often requiring independent decision-making across a variety of legal subject matters
+ Conducts legal research and analysis of legal questions/contracts and provides analysis of the same.
+ Develops PowerPoint presentations and other graphic presentations to communicate progress, share best practices, or to provide updates.
+ May be asked to analyze data with excel or various other analysis tools
+ May be asked to participate in early talent events, seminars, trainings or projects.
+ Performing assignments where trust and accuracy are required.
**Required qualifications:**
+ Bachelors Degree
+ Current enrollment in an ABA accredited law school
+ Strong legal research and analysis skills
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills
+ Must be able to work with high accuracy and integrity
+ Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with departmental guidelines
+ First or second year student at accredited law school
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
+ Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction
+ Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions and meet deadlines.
+ Team player with strong interpersonal skills
**Additional Information**
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (****************************************************************************************** . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
Summer Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
The intern will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the Global Law & Policy team, including in some or all of the following areas: commercial contracts, IP, product development, sourcing, data privacy, healthcare compliance, research & development, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, investigations and litigation.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
* Works on projects often requiring independent decision-making across a variety of legal subject matters
* Conducts legal research and analysis of legal questions/contracts and provides analysis of the same.
* Develops PowerPoint presentations and other graphic presentations to communicate progress, share best practices, or to provide updates.
* May be asked to analyze data with excel or various other analysis tools
* May be asked to participate in early talent events, seminars, trainings or projects.
* Performing assignments where trust and accuracy are required.
Required qualifications:
* Bachelors Degree
* Current enrollment in an ABA accredited law school
* Strong legal research and analysis skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Must be able to work with high accuracy and integrity
* Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with departmental guidelines
* First or second year student at accredited law school
Desired Characteristics
* Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
* Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction
* Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions and meet deadlines.
* Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Additional Information
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Summer Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
SummaryThe intern will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the Global Law & Policy team, including in some or all of the following areas: commercial contracts, IP, product development, sourcing, data privacy, healthcare compliance, research & development, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, investigations and litigation.Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities
Works on projects often requiring independent decision-making across a variety of legal subject matters
Conducts legal research and analysis of legal questions/contracts and provides analysis of the same.
Develops PowerPoint presentations and other graphic presentations to communicate progress, share best practices, or to provide updates.
May be asked to analyze data with excel or various other analysis tools
May be asked to participate in early talent events, seminars, trainings or projects.
Performing assignments where trust and accuracy are required.
Required qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
Current enrollment in an ABA accredited law school
Strong legal research and analysis skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work with high accuracy and integrity
Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with departmental guidelines
First or second year student at accredited law school
Desired Characteristics
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction
Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions and meet deadlines.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Additional Information
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Job Title: Legal Intern
Class: Internship
Timeline: Summer 2025
Reports to: Associate Counsel
This position will be part of our 2025 Summer Internship program. Our program will take place June 2nd - August 8th and is available to rising Junior and Senior college students.
Please apply below and expect us to reach out for interviews starting in January 2025!
What We Offer:
Mental Health Resources
Professional Development through our internal learning & development program - Antler Academy
Employee Resource Groups
Milwaukee Bucks and NBA League Discounts
Qualified Parking
Summary:
The Milwaukee Bucks Legal Summer 2025 Intern will support the Legal Department with special projects and various office duties and will report to the Vice President, Legal & Business Operations. The ideal candidate must have great communication and organizational skills, be professional and able to multi-task. Applicant must have proficient computer skills. Any experience drafting contracts, working for a sports team/event or organization, entertainment or athletic department, is beneficial. A background in finance, tax and/or insurance is useful. Candidate should have a general understanding and interest in the game of basketball. This is a full-time, 10-week-long position.
Responsibilities:
Contract drafting and review of vendor, sales, sponsorship and marketing agreements;
Managing the Milwaukee Bucks contract management system (Legisway Essentials);
Reviewing and drafting company policies;
Organizing and filing documentation, tracking pending legal matters, legal records, standard forms, terms and conditions and policies and procedures;
Researching legal and business questions;
Drafting legal memoranda advising the Milwaukee Bucks Legal Department in all business and legal aspects;
Potential projects related to real estate development surrounding Fiserv Forum; and
General assistance to the Milwaukee Bucks Legal Department and liaise with management and other departments as necessary
Qualifications:
B.S. or B.A degree
Currently attending an ABA-accredited law school as a full-time student
Completion of second year of law school at the time of internship preferred
Minimum 3.0 GPA and top half of class
Authorized to work in the United States
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficient using legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw and/or Wolters Kluwer
All offers for employment with the Milwaukee Bucks are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. We will consider people with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and Federal laws.
The Milwaukee Bucks is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Ethnic Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
We provide our employees with a robust employee benefits plan that focuses on the mental and physical wellness of our team. We strive to offer a flexible work environment that allows our team members to be productive in both their work and home lives.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Legal Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
The Waukesha County Office of Corporation Counsel is currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic summer legal intern to join our team for the 2025 academic summer break. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain practical legal experience in a government setting. The intern will work closely with experienced attorneys on various legal matters, gaining exposure to diverse areas of the law. The ideal start date would be on or around May 19, 2025.
Applicants must have completed a Legal Research and Writing course in law school. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in municipal law and litigation. The position requires a commitment of 25-30 hours per week, with potential for additional hours.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume through our website at ************************************ We look forward to reviewing your application.
1. Conduct legal research and analysis on a variety of legal issues.
2. Draft legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
3. Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
4. Perform other duties as assigned by supervising attorneys.
1. Candidates must currently be attending an ABA-approved law school.
2. Candidates must have completed a Legal Research and Writing course in law school.
Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application but not in lieu of completing the employment application in its entirety.
All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent via email.
Law Clerk I
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in providing litigation support tasks like cite checking, document review, legal research, and numerous other relevant tasks.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:
- Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager.
- Performs complex legal research for the trial staff.
- Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.
- Reviews and conducts research for ROI (Release of Information)
- Reviews new cases and conducts research of pertinent laws
- Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on newest case
- Edits and reviews cases for issuance
- Responds to citizen letters
- Reviews AMICUS briefs
- Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.
- Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.
- Cite checking via online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and blue book.
Qualifications:
- Requires Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.
- Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
- Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
- Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book.
- Experience performing complex legal research.
- Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.
- Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
Ideally, you will also have:
- Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment in conjunction with basic qualifications, preferred.
- Experience with Relativity, strongly preferred and should be referenced within resume.
- Publication of legal writings highly preferred.
- Participation in Law Review highly preferred.
- Current or active clearance.
Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
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For more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:
Email: *******************
$65,000 - $75,000 a year
Attorney
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
The position will report to the Senior Vice President of Human Capital & Legal and requires a skilled and well-rounded individual who can support the firm on a broad range of risk, compliance, and insurance matters. Candidates MUST have experience working in the LTL industry.
Critical Job Functions:
* Provide legal guidance on business transactions, litigation, contracts, risk management, and compliance matters.
* Draft, review, and/or negotiate a broad range of documents, including third-party contracts, non-disclosure agreements, insurance contracts and other documents relevant to Roadrunner's business activities
* Identify and evaluate legal risks within U.S. operations, researching and interpreting existing and emerging laws to guide informed business decisions and risk assessments
* Provide employment litigation support, conduct fact investigation, manage discovery requests, review litigation filings, participate in mediation and settlement negotiations.
* Provide advice and counsel on employment related issues including but not limited to recruiting, wage & hour compliance, employee relations, performance management, discipline and terminations, workplace investigations, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence and discrimination, and compensation and benefits.
* At least three (3) years of experience working as an attorney in the LTL industry.
* Strong knowledge of US employment laws, contract law, and corporate governance.
* Must be well-versed in insurance and reviewing agreements.
* Litigation and contracts experience is preferred.
* Must have intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office that allows for efficient administration of programs.
* Strong communication (written and oral) and collaboration skills working with multiple external and internal contacts including site / business contacts, Payroll, IT, Recruiting, and Legal.
* Must be a self-starter, extremely detail oriented, able to work independently and in a team environment, regularly meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Compensation:
* The anticipated compensation for this role is $115,000 - $125,000 per year.
Benefits:
* PTO
* Paid Holidays
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* 401k
Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!
We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!
Additional Requirements:
Summary:
Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Attorney to join our award-winning team of freight transportation experts!
Roadrunner's Smart Long Haul is revolutionizing the industry with significant investments in technology, a culture of continuous improvement, and intelligent and efficient direct routing. A Top 100 Trucking company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio, Roadrunner is an LTL industry leader on the rise.
As a long-haul, metro-to-metro LTL carrier, Roadrunner offers more direct routes than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40+ markets, and more than $400 million in revenue, the company's Smart Long-Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably.
If you are results driven and looking for a rapidly growing company with high growth and earnings potential, apply today!
Milwaukee - Law Clerk
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Litigation Summer Law Clerk position in our Milwaukee, WI office
The Position
The Litigation Summer Law Clerk position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ambitious, focused and organized to gain experience supporting a fast-paced team in a national law firm. The Law Clerk will assist our lawyers in all facets of state and federal civil litigation, including legal research, preparation of first drafts of pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and reports, and involvement in strategy sessions.
The position requires 25-40 hours per week, in-person, at our Milwaukee office.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth legal and factual research to support active cases.
Analyze legal and factual issues to provide critical insights for case strategies.
Review documents for relevancy and legal issues, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Assist attorneys with discovery processes, trial preparation, and trial-related tasks, gaining hands-on experience in litigation.
Collaborate with attorneys on drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and case strategy discussions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Currently enrolled as a second-year law student for the 2024-2025 academic year at an accredited law school.
Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in litigation and trial practice. Familiarity with litigation processes is a plus.
Highly organized, goal-oriented, and efficient, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Previous work in a professional, fast-paced environment is preferred.
Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at
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We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Attorney
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
One Call…That's All! Gruber Law Offices is seeking a high-level, effective trial lawyer with a minimum of 3+ years relevant litigation experience and trial success!
Are you looking to join a large personal injury law firm that helps people and invests in the community? A well-known and highly respected firm that gets results? A firm that allows you to be a lawyer…meaning, a firm that brings in quality cases/clients, while also providing you with an extensive and talented support staff enabling you to focus on quality personal representation of those clients? If so, let's have a conversation.
We're growing our team and seeking additional effective and proven trial lawyers. We're interested in attorneys with a minimum 3+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in personal injury litigation and trial work. As an attorney at Gruber Law Offices, you'll be called upon to be a top-notch communicator and litigator.
This is an opportunity to truly make a difference in others' lives! We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.
Attorney- First Party Property -Wisconsin
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
The Freelance Firm is a legal outsourcing platform that connects law firms with experienced, high-level freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide on-demand support for both short-term and ongoing legal projects.
Due to increasing demand, we are now searching for qualified, experienced and dedicated freelance attorneys with strong experience in first-party insurance litigation who are admitted to practice in Wisconsin.
Types of work will include research, drafting, hearing & deposition coverage.
We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals to contribute your unique knowledge and skills to assist our growing list of law firm-clients.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, relevant samples of work and two (2) references. Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence. Please visit our website at ************************ to learn more about us and the services we provide.
Requirements:
- Must be licensed in good standing to practice in the State of Wisconsin.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience litigating first-party property insurance cases
- Strong research and writing skills
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and be well organized
- Self-starter and able to work independently
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $60.00 - $85.00 per hour
Schedule:
Day shift
Application Question(s):
Are you currently a sole proprietor or freelance contractor?
Experience:
First Party Litigation: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Wisonsin Bar (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Public Finance Attorneys
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
(Hiring) Public Finance Attorneys (Milwaukee, MI)
We are seeking a Public Finance Attorneys to become a part of our team! You will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions.
Responsibilities:
Represent clients in court or before government agencies
Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
Advise clients on business and legal transactions
Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
Qualifications:
Previous experience in law
Familiarity with various legal documents
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to build rapport with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Email Resumes To: Admin@viperstaffing.com
Legal Administrative Assistant
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Gurstel Law Firm, P. C.
- Legal Administrative Assistant
Legal Assistant - Trust and Estate Planning
Legal Extern Job In Brookfield, WI
Our client, a well-established, highly respected law firm looking to add a Trust and Estate Planning Legal Assistant to their Brookfield office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, collaborative team that values professionalism, client service, and work-life balance.
Position Overview
Prepare and review estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
Assist with probate and trust administration, including drafting court documents and managing asset inventories.
Maintain and organize client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Coordinate client meetings, manage calendars, and handle correspondence.
Communicate with clients, financial institutions, and other parties to gather and relay information.
Experience:
2+ years as a legal assistant or paralegal, ideally in trust and estate planning or a similar area.
Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with legal case management software is a plus.
Detail-Oriented: Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Client-Focused: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to ensure a positive client experience.
Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Strong Reputation: Join a well-known, respected firm with a solid presence in the Milwaukee area.
Growth Potential: Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Great Culture: A supportive, collaborative team that values work-life balance.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive pay and benefits package.
If you’re an organized, detail-oriented legal assistant with a passion for supporting clients through their estate planning journey, I’d love to connect and share more about this opportunity.
Milwaukee - Law Clerk
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Litigation Summer Law Clerk position in our Milwaukee, WI office
The Position
The Litigation Summer Law Clerk position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ambitious, focused and organized to gain experience supporting a fast-paced team in a national law firm. The Law Clerk will assist our lawyers in all facets of state and federal civil litigation, including legal research, preparation of first drafts of pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and reports, and involvement in strategy sessions.
The position requires 25-40 hours per week, in-person, at our Milwaukee office.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth legal and factual research to support active cases.
Analyze legal and factual issues to provide critical insights for case strategies.
Review documents for relevancy and legal issues, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Assist attorneys with discovery processes, trial preparation, and trial-related tasks, gaining hands-on experience in litigation.
Collaborate with attorneys on drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and case strategy discussions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Currently enrolled as a second-year law student for the 2024-2025 academic year at an accredited law school.
Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in litigation and trial practice. Familiarity with litigation processes is a plus.
Highly organized, goal-oriented, and efficient, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Previous work in a professional, fast-paced environment is preferred.
Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at
*********************************
.
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Law Clerk I
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in providing litigation support tasks like cite checking, document review, legal research, and numerous other relevant tasks.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:
* Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager.
* Performs complex legal research for the trial staff.
* Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.
* Reviews and conducts research for ROI (Release of Information)
* Reviews new cases and conducts research of pertinent laws
* Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on newest case
* Edits and reviews cases for issuance
* Responds to citizen letters
* Reviews AMICUS briefs
* Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.
* Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.
* Cite checking via online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and blue book.
Qualifications:
* Requires Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.
* Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
* Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
* Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book.
* Experience performing complex legal research.
* Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.
* Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
Ideally, you will also have:
* Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment in conjunction with basic qualifications, preferred.
* Experience with Relativity, strongly preferred and should be referenced within resume.
* Publication of legal writings highly preferred.
* Participation in Law Review highly preferred.
* Current or active clearance.
Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
* Health, Dental, and Vision
* Life Insurance
* 401k
* Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
* Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!
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$65,000 - $75,000 a year
Law Clerk Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
Waukesha County Circuit Court Services is seeking applications for a summer/school year clerkship for the Civil Division. A Law Clerk Intern will work directly for an individual Judge in the Civil Division.
Typical duties involve legal research and writing and will require candidates to possess excellent legal research and writing skills. During the academic year these positions entail a maximum of 16 hours/week. They may continue through the summer for a maximum of 32 hours/week.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must currently be attending law school.
Candidates with coursework in Law Review or Moot Court will be given preference.
Supplemental Information
Please complete the employment application in its entirety and supplement with a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript and a writing sample not to exceed 12 pages.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Legal Extern Job In Milwaukee, WI
Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. - Legal Administrative Assistant
JOB SUMMARY as a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:
Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies into the Firm's system of record.
Generate pleadings and other legal documents for attorney review.
File documents with the courts via the traditional and electronic filings methods.
Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Responsible individual who can work both, independently and in a team environment.
Ability to communicate in an effective and professional manner
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machine, copiers, etc.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Superior problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and dependability.
COMPETENCIES
Accountability 20%
Team Work 20%
Job Knowledge 20%
Organizational Skills 20%
Work Quality Assessment 20%
TRAVEL - This position requires up to 0-5% travel. Travel excludes local commute.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k and Profit Sharing.
Paid Time Off (PTO)/ Paid Holidays
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
GET TO KNOW US
Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (hereinafter "the Firm") is a multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process. The Firm is headquartered in Minnesota with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, Wisconsin, & Wyoming. Its practice is focused on the development of attorneys' litigation skills, strategies, and industry knowledge.
CULTURE
At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and are a very fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people! Success is celebrated and we are looking for people who share those same values with the drive to exceed expectations and think outside the box! Our culture is what makes our Firm a fun and rewarding place to work.
EOE
Law Clerk Intern
Legal Extern Job In Waukesha, WI
Waukesha County Circuit Court Services is seeking applications for a summer/school year clerkship for the Civil Division. A Law Clerk Intern will work directly for an individual Judge in the Civil Division.Typical duties involve legal research and writing and will require candidates to possess excellent legal research and writing skills. During the academic year these positions entail a maximum of 16 hours/week. They may continue through the summer for a maximum of 32 hours/week.
* Candidates must currently be attending law school.
* Candidates with coursework in Law Review or Moot Court will be given preference.
Please complete the employment application in its entirety and supplement with a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript and a writing sample not to exceed 12 pages.