Associate Attorney

Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Assoc. PLLC

Associate Attorney at a consumer protection law firm handling various legal issues in South Dakota. Responsibilities include managing caseload, client communication, and legal research.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • South Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, drafting legal documents, and managing a diverse caseload while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Proficient in client communication and collaboration with opposing parties to resolve legal matters effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Admitted To Practice Law In South DakotaLegal Research SkillsDrafting Pleadings And MotionsOrganizational And Time-Management SkillsExceptional Written And Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsContract LawConsumer LawPleadingsMotionsLegal MemorandaReviewing Agreements

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsProfessional Integrity

Tools & Technologies

LexisNexis

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Caseload ManagementClient CommunicationOpposing PartiesLegal EthicsIn Court Appearances

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the Firm’s clients in **South Dakota**
Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters.
Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
Communicating with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims.
Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
While this role is based from home, you may be required to travel for in court appearances.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be currently admitted to practice law in **South Dakota**
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
Must possess superior organizational & time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work easily with senior management and employees at all levels throughout the organization
Strong legal research skills -- proficiency in LexisNexis is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
Training & Guidance
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
401K Benefits with Employer Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
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