Attorney needed for El Segundo office

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an Attorney to join their team. The Attorney will work independently with a senior attorney on the team to manage a caseload, conduct legal research, handle court appearances and depositions, and communicate with clients. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in medical malpractice, public entities, or civil litigation, and must be licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Duties:

• Work independently with a senior attorney to manage a caseload.
• Conduct legal research using resources such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Review and analyze legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and briefs.
• Handle discovery, including analyzing medical and employment records.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings regularly.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports on cases.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of California.
• 2-5 years of experience with medical malpractice, public entities, or civil litigation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral advocacy, and writing skills.
• Experience in insurance defense litigation and familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines preferred.
• Strong oral and analytical skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of California - no exceptions.

Skills:

• Legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in handling court appearances and depositions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

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