Senior Litigation Associate

Min 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

MLG has an immediate opening for a Sr Litigation Associate. Duties include:

Preparing cases for jury trials.
Attending hearings in state and federal court.
Taking and defending depositions.
Attending mediations.
Working with expert witnesses.
Attending focus groups.
Drafting law and motion.
Drafting all trial-related pleadings, including jury instructions, motions in limine and trial briefs.
Working closely in a team environment.
Strategic case planning.
Working with paralegals and support staff.
Legal research.
Drafting and responding to discovery.
Managing document production.
Drafting and responding to meet and confer letters.
Communicating with opposing counsel and clients.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Supervisors – The principal of the firm.

Status – Full time, Monday through Friday, 9 . to 6 . This position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends, which often cannot be predicted in advance. The position may also require travel to hearings for matters located both inside and outside of California.

Location – Beautiful office environment in the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center, across from South Coast Plaza, in Costa Mesa, California.

Benefits – Excellent career opportunity with an amazing benefit package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, pet insurance, unlimited personal time off, trips to Hawaii, employee assistance program, and a matching 401(k)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $150, per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

9am-6pm in the office
Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Costa Mesa, CA 92626: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Qualification and Experience Requirements Credentials from an ABA accredited law school. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. Maintain strong attention to detail. Achieve a high level of productivity with great accuracy. Multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands. Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress to team. Demonstrate flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team. Contribute to positive work environment. Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience: Attorneys: 4 years (Required) License/Certification: CA Bar required

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