Associate Attorney (8+ Years)

Growing, fast-paced Costa Mesa firm is seeking an associate with 8 years of litigation experience. The successful candidate will have experience representing clients in all stages of litigation, including but not limited to: preparing pleadings and motions; drafting and responding to discovery; taking and defending depositions; and effectively representing clients at court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence and memoranda;
• Interface with clients;
• Prepare discovery; review discovery; respond to discovery requests; prepare discovery meet and confer correspondence;
• Conduct and defend depositions;
• Prepare for and attend hearings; and
• Trial and trial preparation.

Requirements

• Member of the California State Bar;
• 8 years’ litigation experience;
• Strong work ethic;
• Superior research and writing skills;
• Patience to handle ambiguity, changing priorities, and quickly shifting from one situation or task to another;
• Excellent business judgment, interpersonal skills, and sound negotiation skills; and
• Generate high quality work product under tight deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person