The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading law firm in Las Vegas, NV and we are looking to hire an experienced Of Counsel Attorney – Civil Litigation and Probate, to join a growing Nevada team.
This is a flexible, independent contractor opportunity ideal for an attorney with an existing solo practice, small-firm affiliation, or other professional commitments who is interested in supplementing their caseload through the firm.
This role requires dependable in-state coverage, effective case management, and the ability to attend court proceedings when local representation is needed or advantageous. A strong local presence is essential.
Schedule: Flexible | Part-Time | Practice Areas: Civil Litigation, Probate, Guardianship, Estate Administration, and Related Disputes
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities may include:
- Handle Nevada civil litigation and probate matters referred to by the firm
- Evaluate potential matters and provide recommendations on case strategy, scope, and case value
- Manage assigned cases from initial assessment through resolution
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and settlement documents
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Represent clients at hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials
- Provide local court coverage for routine and substantive proceedings
- Handle probate administration and estate-related court matters
- Assist with guardianship and other protective proceedings
- Support contested probate and fiduciary disputes
- Advise clients regarding Nevada procedures, deadlines, risks, and potential outcomes
- Maintain regular client communication regarding the status and cost of their matters
- Coordinate with the firm attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
- Enter time promptly and comply with the firm’s billing and client-management procedures
- Help monitor client retainers and account status
Types of Matters
Candidates are not required to practice in every area. We seek a versatile attorney who can provide reliable Nevada representation and handle matters within their experience.
The attorney may assist with matters involving:
- General civil litigation, real estate, and property litigation
- Business, contract, and construction-related disputes
- Will and trust disputes
- Partnership and ownership conflicts
- Pre-litigation demands and negotiations
- Probate administration and contested probate matters
- Fiduciary litigation and guardianship proceedings
- Estate-related property and business matters
- Other Nevada legal matters within the attorney's experience
What We’re Looking For
Qualification & Experience
- Active Nevada Bar admission in good standing
- Civil litigation and/or probate experience
- Knowledge of Nevada state court procedures
- Experience managing cases and deadlines independently
- Courtroom, deposition, hearing, or mediation experience
Additional skills & Attributes
- Ability to attend in-person Nevada court proceedings when needed
- Strong legal drafting, research, negotiation, and advocacy skills
- Sound judgment and case assessment (including unfamiliar matters) skills
- Client service and communication skills
- Ability to discuss litigation strategy, fees, and case value with clients
- Responsive and dependable professional
- Collaborative approach within an Of Counsel structure
- Professional, reliable, and team-oriented
What You Can Expect
Work and Compensation Structure
- Hourly compensation
- Flexible Of Counsel independent contractor relationship
- No guaranteed hours; workload based on firm needs, client demand, and availability
- The firm will provide marketing, client intake, administrative, billing, and operational support
The attorney will be expected to:
- Enter time accurately and promptly & monitor invoices and client account status
- Communicate with clients regarding retainer replenishment
- Pause work when client accounts are not current
- Follow firm billing, client service, and matter management procedures
- Maintain regular communication with the supervising attorney or practice group leader
Why this the Firm?