Faruki PLL is a trial-focused litigation firm led by trial lawyers. For more than 35 years, we have represented businesses and their leaders in complex commercial disputes. Our practice includes business and commercial litigation, as well as matters involving intellectual property, class actions, data security and privacy, employment, and media and communications. Case Leadership & Strategy We are seeking a talented junior partner or senior counsel-level commercial litigator to join our robust litigation practice and serve as a lead attorney on the firm’s complex commercial matters. This is an opportunity for an experienced litigator who wants real responsibility for sophisticated cases without the expectation of immediately developing a personal book of business. We are looking for a strong litigation partner to help lead the firm’s existing clients and busy caseload.
The Role:
The person in this role will serve as the day-to-day point person and chief of staff for assigned matters, working closely with the client-relationship partners to develop case strategy and then taking ownership of executing it.
Responsibilities will include:
Taking primary day-to-day responsibility for assigned complex commercial litigation matters; Working with client-relationship partners to develop overall case strategy and translating that strategy into an actionable plan; Managing litigation teams, deadlines, discovery, experts, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation; Serving as the primary point of contact internally and, for some matters, for clients and opposing counsel on assigned matters; Anticipating issues, identifying risks, and keeping matters moving with minimal oversight; Delegating and supervising work performed by associates, paralegals, and other team members; Reviewing and refining written work product and ensuring that filings and other work are accurate, strategic, and timely; Preparing the client-relationship partners for key hearings, depositions, negotiations, and strategic decisions, while also handling those tasks as needed based on capacity; Taking ownership of execution while keeping internal stakeholders appropriately informed and involved in major strategic decisions; and Helping build efficient systems and processes for managing the firm's growing litigation docket.
The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who is: An experienced complex commercial litigator with strong substantive and procedural skills; A strategic thinker who can see the big picture while remaining attentive to the details; Highly organized, responsive, and capable of managing multiple demanding matters; A strong writer and oral advocate; Deposition and trial experience in state and federal courts; Comfortable taking ownership and making decisions rather than waiting to be told what to do; A natural leader who can effectively manage attorneys and litigation teams; Client-focused and capable of developing strong relationships with the firm's existing clients; and Interested in becoming a true case leader and partner in the practice, rather than simply another attorney staffing someone else's matters. Why This RoleThis position is designed for a lawyer who is ready for more responsibility but does not want to spend the next several years building a book of business from scratch. You will have the opportunity to participate in high-stakes litigation, develop and execute case strategy, and become the person clients and attorneys rely on to get matters across the finish line. Ohio bar admission is required. We will consider candidates who are eligible for admission in Ohio or who can obtain Ohio admission promptly. Strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills are essential. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, with performance-based bonus potential. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Brian Wright (bwright@ficlaw.com) or Erin Rhinehart (erhinehart@ficlaw.com).
