Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is actively seeking a qualified Senior Litigation Associate Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, including 1st or 2nd chair trial or arbitration experience. The ideal candidate should possess extensive litigation knowledge, exceptional communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset. Creativity in legal strategy is highly valued in this role.

Duties:

• Manage and oversee complex litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct legal research and provide well-reasoned legal opinions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to achieve successful case outcomes.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients and develop effective case strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience.
• Proven experience as 1st or 2nd chair in trials or arbitrations.
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures and rules.

Certifications:

• California State Bar admission.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional legal research and analytical abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Creativity in developing legal strategies.
• Interpersonal skills for effective client communication.

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