Associate Attorney

About Our Firm

The Law Office of Lindsay Demers, PLLC, is seeking a motivated, dependable, and driven Associate Attorney to join our team in Foley, Alabama. Our firm serves clients throughout Baldwin County and handles a diverse range of legal matters, including civil litigation, criminal defense, and domestic relations.

We welcome applications from both newly licensed attorneys and experienced attorneys who are eager to develop their practice, take on meaningful responsibility, and provide quality legal representation. The ideal candidate is professional, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

This is not a strictly in-office position. The associate attorney will have active courtroom responsibilities, including hearings, trials, motion practice, mediations, and other litigation-related proceedings.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload involving civil litigation, criminal defense, and domestic relations matters.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, motion hearings, and other legal proceedings throughout Baldwin County.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties.
• Attend depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and other litigation-related proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients in contested matters.
• Advise clients regarding their legal rights, options, and potential outcomes.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files and meet court-imposed deadlines.
• Work closely with the firm's managing attorney and support staff to ensure cases are handled efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Alabama State Bar license in good standing, or recent admission to the Alabama State Bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize competing deadlines, and work in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to appear in court, participate in trials, argue motions, and handle contested litigation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Prior experience in civil litigation, criminal defense, or domestic relations is preferred but not required. Newly licensed attorneys are encouraged to apply. We are willing to interview candidates at all experience levels, including attorneys beginning their careers who demonstrate strong work ethic, initiative, professionalism, and a genuine desire to learn and grow.

Compensation

Salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated abilities. We are interested in finding the right candidate who is committed to developing their legal skills, serving clients effectively, and contributing to the continued growth of the firm.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter through Indeed outlining their qualifications, legal experience, and interest in the position.

We are looking for an attorney who is ready to take an active role in client representation, litigation, and courtroom advocacy. If you are looking for an opportunity to build your legal career while handling meaningful cases and gaining practical litigation experience, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person