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Careers for Attorneys
As the legal profession evolves and changes, so do our clients and their needs. Axley's Wisconsin attorneys keep pace with the practice of law, continuing to lead the profession and bringing our unique experiences and personal perspectives to the tradition of our firm.

Our goal remains the same. We focus on excellence. Excellence in our individual skills and abilities, excellence in advocating for our clients and excellence in service to our profession.

A career at Axley includes:

Career Paths
Axley is committed to your career and your career goals. We hire with the expectation that you'll be partner some day. We developed a career path policy for attorneys, including the traditional path of associate, senior associate, income partner and equity partner. Axley offers a full range of opportunities and experiences to help you build your practice and reach your career goals.
Mentoring
Axley has an exceptional mentoring philosophy. We provide a solid mentoring program designed to ensure you have consistent, quality support. The firm assigns each associate a mentor partner whose primary role is to become your advocate. Your mentor assists you with your career development and firm involvement. We are committed to providing personal guidance for your career success.

Training
Axley provides our associates with hands-on client service experience. Our training program is unparalleled, offering comprehensive and in-depth in-house training, including office procedures, substantive law and ethics seminars. All new attorneys receive a training supervisor who will make sure you receive the right experiences to keep your career moving forward. Your best training will be the hands-on experience you will receive when working with clients. Your work will consistently challenge you, but we'll guide you through the entire process.

Client Development
Axley intends to maintain an important presence in the legal community for years to come. You inherit the future of this firm, and we are committed to assisting you with marketing, training and client development opportunities. We will give you a personal career development guide to assist you with your career goals and the growth of your practice, as well as personal assistance from our marketing department.

Firm Culture
Axley's firm culture fosters a collegial atmosphere which, in turn, enhances the practice of law. We offer a friendly work environment and encourage team approach where attorneys work together on various client projects. The firm is proud of our "open door" policy. We encourage associates to feel comfortable seeking peer advice. We also understand the importance of life outside of the office. The firm offers various social activities, including firm sponsored sports teams, social events and activities that foster relationships among partners, associates, staff and families.

Summary of Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Plan: Generous firm contributions to profit sharing plan and voluntary 401(k) savings
  • Life, long-term disability and health insurance, with a choice of one of three HMOs
  • Flexible benefits spending plan
  • Home purchase assistance program
  • Paid tuition for continuing legal education programs
  • Marketing incentive, productivity bonus programs and yearly marketing stipend
  • Paid parking on premises
  • Paid vacation
  • Six paid holidays per year, plus a ½ day Good Friday and ½ day Christmas Eve
  • Paid sick leave 
  • Paid state and county bar membership fees
To inquire about joining Axley as an attorney, contact:

Ellen Teed
Recruitment Coordinator
608.283.6760
eteed@axley.com

Axley Brynelson, LLP is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, race, creed, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, membership in the armed forces, or any other basis prohibited by law. Upon request, job applications are available in alternative, accessible formats, as is assistance in completing the application. Pre-employment inquiries are made only regarding an applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the position.