Business/Real Estate Litigation Attorney (0–1 Yr / New Bar Admit) [HYBRID]

Just Passed the Bar? Start Your Legal Career With Us!
Congratulations on becoming an attorney! Counts Law Firm is looking for motivated, detail-oriented new lawyers ready to gain hands-on experience in litigation, client interaction, and case strategy. We offer mentorship directly from senior attorneys, a collaborative team environment, and real opportunities to grow your legal career from day one.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CALIFORNIA BAR LICENSE
• EXPERIENCE: 0-2 years in civil litigation such as business, real estate, insurance, employment, personal injury, or consumer. To provide context, here’s an overview of our sub-practice areas:
• Business Litigation: Business contracts, partner disputes, breach of contract & fraud, debt collection & debt negotiation
• Real Estate Litigation: Construction disputes, purchase & sale disputes, co-ownership disputes
• EDUCATION: JD from an accredited law school.
• LOCATION: Live and work experience in LA County.
• COMMUNICATION: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• CHARACTER:
• Detailed oriented, diligent, and able to "hit the ground running."
• Accept criticism and direction well.
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and work ethic.
• Professional appearance.
• TECHNOLOGY: Advanced skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe, Dropbox, Zoom, Slack, Asana, Lexis, Rutters Guides. Home office in a quiet professional location (no background noise).
• REFERENCES: Trustworthy, dependable, and clear background report.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• RESEARCH, DRAFTING, & DOCUMENTATION
• Review case files including intakes, court case summaries, court filings, evidence, etc.
• Legal Research Memos using: Rutter’s Guides, Annotated Codes, Lexis/Westlaw, Google, etc.
• Draft and respond to legal documents in business and real estate law:
• Demand Letters
• Pleadings
• Discovery/Responses/Motions
• Case Management Memos/Statements
• Trial Documents: Briefs, Witness Lists, and Exhibit Lists
• Assign, supervise, revise, and sign all substantive documents that paralegals prepare.
• Document billable hours per client per month pursuant to approved budgets.
• RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
• Communicate/ meet & confer with opposing counsel.
• Communicate with clients by telephone, zoom video, and/or email.
• Supervise Paralegals including revising and finalizing work product including Pleadings, Motions re: Service, Motions re: Default, Post Judgment, etc.
• COURT APPEARANCES (Phone, Video, and/or In-Person – only if required)
• Case Management
• Meet and Confers/Conferences/Status/Trial Setting/Final Status Conferences
• Motions
• Depositions/Mediations
• BILLABLE HOURS
• Billable Hour Requirement: Minimum 6.0 hours per day
• Bonus: 6.5-8+ hours per day

HOW TO APPLY:

• Submit RESUME (PDF)
• Submit COVER LETTER (PDF) including:
• Describe your prior experience and qualifications for this position.
• Provide your salary expectations.
• Provide a link to your LinkedIn and/or social media so we can learn more about you.
• Attach RECENT WRITING SAMPLE(S) of your best, most recent work (redacted as necessary). A research memo, a motion, and a brief, if applicable.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to developing and advancing a diverse team. If you want to be part of an innovative firm, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Studio City, CA 91604