Senior Litigation Associate

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

, with potential for bonuses based on performance.

Senior Litigation Associate - Join the Fast-Paced Law Firm of MLG

H1: Join the Fast-Paced Law Firm of MLG as a Senior Litigation Associate

H2: Be Part of a Dynamic Team and Make a Difference in Vehicle Defect Litigation

MLG, a leading law firm in the nation for vehicle defects, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Litigation Associate to join our team. With our unique practice area in the automotive industry, we have established a national reputation for taking on billion-dollar companies and achieving outstanding results. If you have a passion for litigation and want to be part of a team that sets the standard for others, we welcome your application.

Job Title: Senior Litigation Associate

Department: Litigation

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Costa Mesa, California

Salary: Starting at $175,000 per year, with potential for bonuses based on performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Prepare cases for jury trials
- Attend hearings in state and federal court
- Take and defend depositions
- Attend mediations
- Work with expert witnesses
- Attend focus groups
- Draft law and motion
- Draft all trial-related pleadings, including jury instructions, motions in limine, and trial briefs
- Work closely in a team environment
- Strategically plan cases
- Work with paralegals and support staff
- Conduct legal research
- Draft and respond to discovery
- Manage document production
- Draft and respond to meet and confer letters
- Communicate with opposing counsel and clients

Requirements:

- Credentials from an ABA accredited law school
- Active license to practice law/membership in CA State Bar
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- High level of productivity and accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines and communicate case progress to team
- Positive attitude and ability to contribute to a collaborative work environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience:

- 7+ years of related experience
- First and second chair trial experience preferred

Other Important Information:

- Supervisors: Principal of the firm and VP of Litigation
- Status: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9 . to 6 . with occasional evening and weekend work required
- Location: Beautiful office environment in the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa, California
- Benefits: Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, discretionary bonuses, and 401(k) matching

At MLG, we value excellence, consistency, hustle, continuous growth, organization, and community. As a Senior Litigation Associate, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile cases against major automotive manufacturers and make a difference in the lives of our clients. If you are ready to join a fast-paced, high-energy law firm and take your career to the next level, apply now.

Not required

Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

English

Litigation, Legal Research, Trial Preparation, Negotiation, Client Management

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [company email address]. Please include "Senior Litigation Associate Application" in the subject line.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

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