Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description Are you tired of the big firm experience with too many rules and not enough opportunity to develop your skills as a litigator. Are you looking for quality of life that has seemed so elusive since you passed the bar? Have you ever heard of the littlegem of a firm, Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello in Orange County. It's time to check us out! Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello is seeking an attorney to fill an Associate Attorney position. The firm is growing and searching for attorneys with litigation experience, particularly in the area of insurance defense. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with medical malpractice or elder abuse experience looking to further their careers in a work environment dedicated to helping our employees thrive professionally but also maintain a work-life balance. The ideal candidate will be an excellent representative for the firm; work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines; demonstrate good decision-making; and be proactive and solutions focused. The candidate should be articulate, poised, and possess good written and oral communication skills; and should be able to independently work with senior attorneys to manage a heavy caseload. We are looking for a team player with proven litigation and case management skills, superb legal analysis and writing abilities, the ability to direct a case team and manage trial preparation. We offer excellent benefits, a collaborative work environment utilizing a superior IT System with the support of a highly experienced staff. If you fit this bill and have the drive to grow and succeed with us, we want to hear from you. Qualifications JD from an ABA school required Admitted to practice in the State of California 3+ years of civil defense litigation experience Experience with medical malpractice or elder abuse preferred Superior analytical skills Strong written and oral communication skills Team player with great attitude and willingness to grow Responsibilities Independently work with a Partner to manage a heavy caseload Conduct legal research, handle discovery, and analyze medical records Regularly attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings Communicate with clients and draft status reports Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello specializes in insurance and professional liability defense. The firm has experienced lawyers whose range of expertise includes many related legal fields, such as business litigation, health care law, human service providers, employment law, legal malpractice defense, product liability and public entities. The mission of Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello is to aggressively represent our clients through quality counsel and advocacy, and to reach these goals through uncompromising dedication, ethical standard and personal integrity, while maintaining a stable and profitable business enterprise with the highest reputation in the legal community. Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance License/Certification: Bar (Preferred)