Business Litigation Attorney (2 - 4 yr)
Business Litigation Attorney (2 - 4 yr)
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Business Litigation Attorney (2 - 4 yr)
Career Consulting Partners has partnered with an established firm with offices in five major commercial centers across the state of California. For over 70 years they have kept pace with Californias growth and with more than 100 attorneys they have the resources and experience to offer the highest quality representation in a wide variety of legal matters. We are seeking a 2 to 4-year Business Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in complex commercial litigation excellent legal research and writing skills and a desire to take ownership of cases from inception through resolution.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Handle all aspects of case management from intake through trial and appeal under partner supervision.
- Draft and respond to pleadings motions (including motions for summary judgment and to compel) and discovery requests.
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda briefs and analysis for internal and client use.
- Represent clients in court hearings depositions arbitrations and mediations.
- Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions hearings and trial.
- Take and defend depositions of parties experts and third-party witnesses.
- Collaborate with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy and case theories.
- Assist with or lead trial preparation including drafting pre-trial motions exhibit lists witness outlines and jury instructions.
- Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates answer questions and manage expectations.
- Engage in settlement negotiations and draft settlement agreements as needed.
- Supervise or mentor junior associates law clerks and paralegals where appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with court deadlines local rules and procedural requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the state bar.
- 24 years of commercial or business litigation experience at a reputable law firm.
- Comfortable handling depositions law & motion and discovery independently.
- Exposure to shareholder disputes real estate litigation contract disputes and partnership conflicts is a plus
- Excellent research writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Bill 1900 Billable Hours Annually
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Salary range is between $140000 - $180000 Bonus Potential
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferrals
- Healthcare: Medical (HMO/PPO options) dental and vision coverage
- Dependent coverage and domestic partner coverage are available
- Life Insurance: Group and supplemental life insurance options are available
- Disability: Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options are available
- Wellbeing: Employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP professional counseling and referral services
- Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and sick leave; paid firm holidays
- Commuting: Monthly travel and/or parking allowance offered
- Celebrations: Events for holidays birthday commemorations special staff acknowledgments and annual events
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans Sections 125 and 132 plans available
- Professional Development: Onboarding and in-house training programs continuing learning and professional growth and development opportunities
LOCATION:
- San Diego CA
- Hybrid
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Employment Type
Full Time
