Litigation Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in El Cerrito, CA, is seeking a licensed California attorney with 2-5 years of prior civil litigation experience. The ideal candidate should possess strong oral and written communication skills, proficiency in legal research, and the ability to create and format correspondence and pleadings in Word.

Duties:

• Represent clients in civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Manage case files and documents.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• 2-5 years of prior experience in civil litigation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research.
• Ability to create and format correspondence and pleadings in Word.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research.
• Ability to create and format correspondence and pleadings in Word.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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