Associate Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Draft, review, and respond to petitions, complaints, motions, and written discovery.

• Attend hearings and client meetings as requested.

• Prepare for and participate in depositions.

• Assist in the preparation for and/or take part in mediation and trial.

• Must be willing and able to track billable hours.

• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A valid California bar license in good standing is required for this position.

• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved law school is required.

• At least 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in areas such as General Liability, Mass Tort, Toxic Tort, Construction Defect, Labor and Employment, and/or insurance defense litigation.

• Previous experience should encompass managing up to 20 cases simultaneously, taking and defending depositions, court appearances, as well as motion and discovery drafting.

• Mediation and trial experience is highly advantageous.

• Experience mentoring junior associates is a significant plus.

• Basic knowledge of computer operations, internet software, spreadsheet applications, and word processing software is necessary; familiarity with Microsoft products is preferred.

• Capable of typing and operating standard office equipment.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while demonstrating strong client communication skills.

• Communicates clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations; listens effectively and seeks clarification; responds well to inquiries; engages actively in meetings as needed.

• Writes clearly and informatively; edits for spelling and grammar; adjusts writing style to suit various needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written material.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work requirements; performs well under occasional pressure and tight deadlines.

• Maintains confidentiality of client and firm information at all times; understands and adheres to the general ethical standards applicable to lawyers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with several insurance plans tailored to your needs, partially funded by the firm for the employee; all outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays.

• Optional Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance.

• Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance.

• Optional Critical Illness Insurance.

• Optional Cancer Insurance.

• Optional Hospitalization Insurance.

• Optional Health Savings Account.

• Optional Flexible Spending Account.

• 401k plan available after one calendar year of employment.

• Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being.

• A collegial work environment.