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A growing multi-office Oklahoma law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team in Ada, OK. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently licensed or early-career attorney to gain meaningful courtroom experience, receive direct mentorship from an experienced attorney, and build a strong foundation in Oklahoma criminal and family law. *Great opportunity for recent grads who have passed the Oklahoma Bar! What You'll Do as the Associate Attorney: • Assist with criminal and family law matters from intake through resolution • Appear in court and participate in hearings and other legal proceedings • Work directly with an experienced attorney to develop practical legal skills • Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents • Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other court filings • Meet with clients and assist with ongoing client communication • Develop strong case management and courtroom skills • Learn Oklahoma district court practices and procedures • Support case strategy and preparation as experience develops • Take on increasing responsibility and independence over time Must-Haves as the Associate Attorney: • Active Oklahoma Bar license and good standing • Strong interest in criminal law, family law, or both • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn • Coachability and openness to feedback • Professional judgment and integrity • Ability to work collaboratively while developing increasing independence Nice-to-Haves as the Associate Attorney: • Recent law school graduation or early-career legal experience • Prior courtroom, clerkship, internship, or externship experience • Experience with criminal or family law matters • Familiarity with Oklahoma district court procedures • Experience drafting pleadings, motions, or other legal documents This Role Offers: • Base salary of $85,000-$100,000, depending on experience and qualifications • Performance-based compensation tied to collections and production • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Paid time off • Direct training and mentorship from an experienced Oklahoma attorney • Hands-on courtroom and litigation experience • Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your skills develop • Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing multi-office law firm • Expected workload of approximately 40-50 hours per week with flexibility in how those hours are structured • Respectful, collaborative, and no-drama professional culture • Supportive and inclusive workplace that welcomes veterans, minority attorneys, and Native American attorneys