Associate Attorney (Litigation) - Cleveland, OH - Bonezzi Switzer Polito & Perry Co. Lpa - Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Full-time

Description

Reports To: Shareholder
Salary: $95,000+ annually (commensurate with experience) + bonus potential

About the Opportunity

Bonezzi Switzer Polito & Perry Co. LPA is a respected mid-sized defense litigation firm with a strong statewide presence. We are seeking a Litigation Associate with experience in personal injury and/or professional liability defense to support cases through investigation, discovery, and case development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation experience, work closely with experienced trial attorneys, and build toward greater case responsibility in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda


• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery


• Assist with case strategy, liability analysis, and exposure evaluation


• Represent clients at depositions, hearings, and court proceedings


• Support trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit coordination


• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal teams


• Prepare case reports, status updates, and legal correspondence

Why Join Us

• Competitive base salary + bonus potential


• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact litigation
  


• Mentorship from experienced trial attorneys


• Collaborative and supportive firm culture


• Clear pathway for growth and advancement


• Hybrid work schedule (flexibility with in-office expectations)

Hiring Priority

We are actively interviewing and encourage qualified candidates to apply promptly.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Attorney, you will play a key role in managing litigation matters from early investigation through discovery and resolution , working closely with senior attorneys while developing your own case management skills.

What We’re Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school


• Active Ohio Bar License (required)


• 
  3–5 years of litigation experience (insurance defense preferred)


• Experience working on personal injury and/or professional liability matters
  


• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills


• Ability to manage cases with appropriate supervision


• Excellent communication and organizational skills


• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in insurance defense or general liability litigation


• Deposition and courtroom experience


• Ability to handle a moderate caseload with increasing independence

Salary Description

$95,000+ annually +Bonus Potential!