Associate Attorney

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our rapidly growing and innovative law firm. You will primarily be dealing with the major car manufacturers, where you will be litigating lemon law claims. Previous experience as a plaintiff's attorney, ideally in lemon law, product liability or consumer law is a big plus.

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

Ideal candidates will have excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work independently. Candidate should have strong advocacy skills and a competitive spirit. Active membership in the CA State Bar, in good standing, is required.

The job entails discovery, taking and defending depositions, appearances, vehicle inspections, creative litigation approaches and potentially trials & trial preparation.

Compensation:

• Health Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off – Vacation & Sick
• Company Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid Parking
• Educational Release Time
• Relaxed & Professional Culture
• Smart Business Casual dress code
• Bring Your Pet to Workdays
• Bonus Plan Participation Paid Monthly based on attorneys' fees & civil penalties

Responsibilities:

• Draft motions
• Court appearances
• Vehicle inspections
• Negotiate settlements
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and respond xhyhwjd to discovery
• Assess case value and strategy
• Maximize client recovery

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a plaintiff's attorney
• Ability to handle an aggressive caseload
• Thorough and detailed organization skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients and defense counsel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A competitive and collaborative spirit