Associate Attorney

Urgently hiring Associate Attorney!

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Salary: $140,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us:

My client is the preeminent California consumer rights law firm, emphasizing in the practice of Automotive Lemon Law. My client has successfully handled cases against most major auto manufacturers and has received record settlements for its clients. The firm’s mission is to provide exceptional legal representation and service to our clients. We start where other firms stop and takes cases from other law firms that fall short of getting their clients full settlements.

Our goal is to recognize our clients’ needs and attend to them as expeditiously and effectively as possible in the most financially prudent way. We will evaluate each case to determine the best possible options suitable for our clients. It is of the utmost importance that our attorneys are dedicated to addressing the concerns of our clients and will always represent their best interests, regardless of the circumstances of the case.

Our promise is to provide professional, ethical and the best possible legal representation to our clients. We are a law firm that believes in forming relationships. We strive for excellence in our practice and make every effort to resolve our clients’ concerns.

Our attorneys will always fight for your rights regardless whether your case can be resolved with negotiation or require an appearance in court.

Why join us?

COMPANY PERKS
· Attractive and competitive compensation package, including:
· HMO/PPO Medical Plans
· PPO Dental
· Vision Insurance
· STD & LTD plans
· Basic Life Insurance
· 401(k) plan with contributions up to 10%
· 529 Plan
· Pet Insurance
· Comprehensive training by senior-level attorneys and partners
· Weekly breakfast provided for staff
· Hybrid work schedule – Monday & Friday: optional work from home; Tuesday-Thursday: mandatory in office

Job Details

My client is seeking mid-level litigation associates to work onsite in the Century City office. A successful candidate will have 1 to 5 years of litigation experience and will demonstrate a desire to serve the public interest by advocating on behalf of California consumers pursuing claims against car manufacturers and car dealers. The position calls for a hardworking, dedicated, and nimble attorney who is interested in aggressive discovery-driven litigation tactics and able to navigate competing priorities and the needs of multiple stakeholders, both internal and firm clients.
We offer a unique opportunity for an attorney to get immediate experience in multiple phases of litigation, including written discovery, law & motion, oral argument, depositions, and trial preparation. This role will work closely with and receive mentorship from our Partners and Senior Attorneys, and a stellar candidate will also have the opportunity to quickly grow into assisting in higher-stakes depositions, trial preparation work, and second-chairing trials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Written Discovery
· Drafting written discovery, reviewing responses and document productions, participating in e-discovery review of documents
Law & Motion Work
· Drafting motions related to written discovery disputes, responses to pleading challenges, oppositions to Motions for Summary Adjudication, and other motions in furtherance of our client’s claims against car manufacturers and dealers
· Preparing for and participating in oral arguments in various courtrooms relating to discovery disputes, pleading challenges, case management conferences, summary judgment motions, and ex parte requests
Depositions
· Preparing clients and defending consumer client depositions
· Deposing percipient witnesses
· Deposing corporate representative - defense witnesses
· Preparing expert witnesses and attending expert depositions
Vehicle Inspections
· Attending vehicle inspections with expert witnesses
Other Responsibilities
· Assume responsibility for timely reporting and billing for hours worked
· Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Partners
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
· J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
· Member in good standing of the California Bar
· At least 1 to 5 years of litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney
· Genuine interest in consumer protection and representation
· Hunger for professional growth, with a “no job is too big or too small” mentality
· Collaborative and willing to operate in a team-oriented environment
· Bilingual Spanish is preferred, but not required
· Proficient in MS Office, Westlaw, and Outlook
· Skilled and decisive problem-solver with the ability to unravel complex issues
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Excellent organizational skills and ability to track and comply with deadlines in a busy and fast-paced environment
· Willing to learn and apply technology solutions and work in a paperless environment
· Willing to travel within California as needed for court appearances, vehicle inspections, and depositions
· Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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