Job Title: Associate Attorney
Location: Malibu, CA (Hybrid)
Duration: Full Time
Duties and Responsibilities
A successful Associate Attorney must spend over 50% of work time on, and satisfactorily perform, these general categories of duties, which require significant discretion and independent judgment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Evaluating new cases; preparing and reviewing case proposals
Conducting legal research
Developing and recommending case strategy
Drafting motions and briefs in file-ready form
Overseeing filing process for motions and briefs
Preparing, finalizing, and serving associated documents related to litigation, such as stipulations, discovery letters, joint statements, and proposed orders
Corresponding with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients as necessary
Drafting, propounding, reviewing, and responding to discovery; managing discovery disputes
Preparing for and taking/defending depositions
Attending mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
Taking argument at mediation, arbitration, and court hearings
Attending and/or leading team and firm meetings
Adhering to all deadlines (internal and court mandated)
Administrative duties as they relate to the practice of law
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
3-6 Years Litigation Experience
CA Bar Admission Required; Nice to have NY or IL
Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
CA bar exam if licensed in other states
Skills and Abilities
Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills
Proactive thinker, self-sufficient
Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills
Ability to handle a wide variety of legal matters
Adherence to all deadlines
Effective time management
Committed to superior client service
Familiarity with e-filing preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $130,000.
00 - $150,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
Experience:
* Litigation: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* Bar (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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