Litigation Attorney

Firm Overview

We are a Cleveland headquartered law firm dedicated to representing families in nursing home abuse and neglect lawsuits throughout Ohio. We are passionate about holding nursing homes and long-term care facilities accountable and providing compassionate, client-focused representation.

We are a growing, mission-driven team that values accountability, initiative, and a positive, problem-solving culture. We provide the systems for success, reward performance, and encourage professional growth. We expect personal responsibility and a willingness to learn and adapt.

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our growing team. This role is primarily remote, but candidates should expect that occasional in-office and on-the-road time will be required as needed.

Responsibilities

As a nursing home injury litigator at Eadie Law, you’ll work closely with senior attorneys and litigation staff to manage plaintiff-side nursing home injury cases. Responsibilities include:

• Helping to craft and then executing litigation plans to drive cases towards settlement and trial.
• Strategizing, preparing for, and taking depositions of nursing home staff, management, corporate representatives, treating doctors, and others.
• Working with experts (doctors, nurses, therapists, etc.) to secure reports and prepare for deposition and trial.
• With lead trial counsel, help try cases to verdict.
• Preparing clients to confidently tell their story in deposition and at trial.
• Helping move cases toward resolution through trial or settlement.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, and contracts with precision.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients while advocating for their best interests.
• Prepare for trials by organizing evidence, developing case strategies, and collaborating with other attorneys and legal staff.
• Maintain accurate records of case files and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation affecting various areas of practice including securities law and tribal law & regulations.

Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Ohio state bar association; active license to practice law (additional licenses in PA, KY, or WV are a plus).
• Some litigation experience (exposure to depositions, motion practice, or discovery preferred).
• Strong interest in courtroom advocacy and trial work.
• Willingness to learn our systems, accept coaching, and continuously improve.
• Tech-comfortable — everything we do is paperless and cloud-based.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal writing and drafting; ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Previous experience in a law office setting is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to think critically and solve problems effectively. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute significantly to our clients' success. If you are passionate about litigation and eager to make an impact through your work, we encourage you to apply.

Preferred Qualities

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Coachability – open to feedback and growth.
• Ownership – accountable for outcomes, not excuses.
• Follow-Through – reliable in meeting commitments.
• Intelligence – quick learner, able to absorb complex information.
• Attention to Detail – nothing important slips through the cracks.
• Work Ethic – willing to put in the effort to get results.
• High Standards – expects excellence from self and team.
• Growth Mindset – motivated to develop personally and professionally.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting at $75,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Performance-based bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with firm match.
• Firm-paid membership to legal and trial lawyer organizations.
• Continuing legal education (CLE) and attendance at trial/deposition seminars.

Why Join Us?

If you’re smart, detail-oriented, and hungry to grow personally and professionally, you’ll thrive here. We reward initiative, value problem-solvers, and foster an environment where you can do meaningful work helping families seek justice.

Who Should Not Apply?

If you blame others or circumstances, instead of looking for your role in an outcome, you will not do well here.

If you have it all figured out and are not hungry to learn a better way, you will not do well here.

If you don’t care about people deeply–clients, staff, colleagues–you will not do well here.

If you expect to be praised for effort rather than outcomes, you will not do well here.

How to Apply

Read these directions carefully. We take our hiring process seriously to ensure this is a great fit for both you and us!

Complete the application form here:

• Upload the following in PDF format:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• References with contact information, including phone and email

In your cover letter, please answer:

• What interests you about this position?
• What makes working at a nursing home abuse law firm particularly intriguing?
• What do you bring to the table that would be valuable to the firm?

After applying, you’ll receive a link to complete a short self-assessment (about 30 minutes). This must be completed before interviews are scheduled.

We will conduct an initial screening interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in depth interview and reference checks for those making it through the screening process. We want to ensure your success by ensuring this is a great fit for both of us.

If you do not follow these basic instructions you will not hear back from us. We expect you to value our time, and we will value yours, during this process and as a valued team member.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Law office: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cleveland, OH 44127 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cleveland, OH 44127: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cleveland, OH 44127