Associate Attorney - Litigation: Civil Business Tort
Job Type: Full-time
Anticipated base salary:$130000-$160000
Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: On site with the potential to move hybrid after training
One of San Diegos most prestigious law firms seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join the Firms Business and Tort & Insurance practice groups. Our ideal candidate will possess at least five years experience in Business & Tort Litigation practice areas.
The firms culture fosters collaboration cross-practice teamwork and professional growth through formal and informal mentorship. Youll represent esteemed clients and contribute to a longstanding tradition of legal excellence.
Job Responsibilities
Develop relationships with clients as you establish legal objectives explain legal options provide legal advice and represent clients in court and mediation
Draft pleadings and discovery for all aspects of a case including law and motion discovery motions propounding discovery depositions mediations and trial
Take depositions of parties percipient witnesses and experts
Consultation with and preparation of experts
Research and articulate findings based upon research into complex areas of the law to support case strategy and theories to be raised in the litigation. Be able to raise new theories for consideration in cases.
Manage intensive fact discovery in a case including to be able to use and willing to use electronic discovery platforms and wade through ESI issues
Comprehensive and clear reporting to partners and client representatives
Persuasive communication and negotiation with opposing counsel
Qualifications
Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California bar
5 years of civil litigation experience required
Possess strong analytical research oral and written communication skills
Highly motivated professional who can take initiative and work independently as well as within a team
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and reprioritize caseload
Benefits & Perks
401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
Employer paid Short-Term Disability
Unlimited Paid Time Off (Attorneys)
Paid San Diego County Bar Associate Membership
Paid State Bar if California dues
Paid holidays
Offices overlooking San Diego Bay & Downtown San Diego
Free on-site gym membership
Access to building lounge featuring indoor & outdoor terrace decks that include Bevi Water Social Game Room (pool tables golf simulator) mothers room and more!
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