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Complex Litigation Associate - L&E, Malpractice, 3rd Party Tort

Aspen Careers

Columbus, OH · Posted October 31, 2026

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Advance Your Litigation Career – Complex Litigation Associate Opportunity in Columbus, OH!

Aspen Careers is partnering with a well-established national law firm with a strong Ohio presence to identify a Complex Litigation Associate for its Columbus office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 4+ years of litigation experience who wants to handle sophisticated disputes, build stronger client relationships, and continue developing their courtroom and case-management skills.

The practice offers a diverse mix of litigation, including complex commercial disputes, labor and employment matters, and third-party tort and professional malpractice claims . This position is separate from the firm's energy litigation practice and is ideal for an attorney who enjoys variety and wants exposure to multiple types of complex matters.

Job Title: Complex Litigation Associate Location: Columbus, OH – In-person office presence required for collaboration

Why You Should Apply

Handle a diverse mix of complex commercial, employment, tort, and professional liability disputes.

Gain meaningful responsibility for case strategy, discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and other stages of litigation.

Work directly with experienced litigators on sophisticated matters involving businesses, organizations, and professionals.

Develop greater ownership of cases and client relationships as your experience grows.

Strengthen your courtroom, writing, negotiation, and case-management skills.

Collaborate closely with attorneys in the Columbus office while having access to the resources of a national law firm.

Join a team that values mentorship, professional development, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

The Ideal Candidate

4+ years of meaningful litigation experience.

Experience handling complex commercial, business, employment, tort, professional liability, malpractice, or other sophisticated civil litigation.

Strong experience with legal research, written discovery, motion practice, and legal briefing.

Experience taking or defending depositions and participating in hearings or other court proceedings is strongly preferred.

Ability to manage significant portions of litigation matters with increasing independence.

Excellent legal writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Comfortable working directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in litigation.

Licensed to practice law in Ohio.

About the Firm

Established national law firm with more than 350 attorneys practicing across a broad range of legal areas.

Strong litigation platform representing businesses, organizations, and other clients in sophisticated disputes.

Growing Columbus office with firm leadership focused on building a collaborative, high-performing team.

Experienced senior attorneys are committed to mentorship, sponsorship, and professional development.

Collaborative culture that encourages attorneys to work across practices and offices.

Longstanding reputation for strong client service and practical legal counsel.

What's in It for You?

Competitive compensation based on individual experience and qualifications.

Bonus opportunities for eligible associates.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Meaningful case responsibility and client interaction.

Exposure to a broad mix of sophisticated litigation rather than one narrow area of practice.

Mentorship from experienced litigators.

Opportunity to strengthen deposition, hearing, trial, and case-management skills.

Long-term professional growth within a respected national law firm.

Location & Work Environment

This position is tied to the firm's Columbus office and requires regular in-person office presence to support collaboration, mentorship, and team development. Candidates do not necessarily need to live within Columbus itself, and the firm is open to attorneys who are comfortable commuting from other areas of Ohio.

Ready to take the next step in your litigation career? Let's chat! Whether you're interested in this opportunity or exploring other attorney opportunities in Ohio, reach out to Kelsey today:

Call or Text: (380) 210-2527 Email: kross@aspen-careers.com

Take the next step with a firm that offers sophisticated litigation work, meaningful responsibility, and an experienced team invested in your professional growth.