Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

The Los Angeles office of Winget, Spadafora and Schwartzberg, LLP is currently seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-5 years of experience. CA admission required. The associate will handle a variety of complex professional liability claims, including but not limited to defending lawyers, accountants, architects and engineers and insurance agents. The associate will also work on securities litigation claims before FINRA Dispute Resolution and the AAA, and Directors and Officers litigation in state and federal court.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Efficient management of multiple cases.
- Timely preparation of pleadings, motions and discovery.
- Participate in mediations, hearings and depositions as required.
- Evaluation of findings and development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- On-time completion of reports/projects, in adherence to partner and client needs/guidelines.
- Accurate and timely recording of billable hours, in adherence to client guidelines and Firm policy.

Position Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to comprehend complex matters, to identify and to articulate core issues, and to understand applicable legal principles.
- Possess keen-eye for detail, coupled with exceptional research and proofreading abilities.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong research and legal writing skills.

Associate Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- 1-5 years of civil litigation experience.
- CA bar admission required.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:
$100,000 - $150,000 USD (not including bonus)

Why Should You Apply?
- Generous Benefits Package.
- Hybrid Schedule (Century City).
- Robust Associate Bonus Program.
- Associate Attorney Mentorship Program.
- Collaborative and Collegial Work Environment.
- Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. \nCompany Description

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP (“WSS”) is a nationally recognized law firm founded over three decades ago. WSS has offices in New York, NY; Jersey City, NJ; Stamford, CT; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Boulder CO. WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers, financial professionals and registered investment advisors. WSS also defends Professional Liability (including Attorneys, Accountants, Architects, Design Professionals & Engineers, Insurance Professionals, Real Estate Professionals, and Media Professionals, among other professional lines); Labor and Employment; Insurance Coverage; Directors & Officers; Intellectual Property and Cyber Liability; Fiduciary Liability; Reinsurance; Fidelity and Surety; and General Liability (including Products Liability, and Construction Defect, among other areas) matters across the United States.

Company Description

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP (“WSS”) is a nationally recognized law firm founded over three decades ago. WSS has offices in New York, NY; Jersey City, NJ; Stamford, CT; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Boulder CO. WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers, financial professionals and registered investment advisors. WSS also defends Professional Liability (including Attorneys, Accountants, Architects, Design Professionals & Engineers, Insurance Professionals, Real Estate Professionals, and Media Professionals, among other professional lines); Labor and Employment; Insurance Coverage; Directors & Officers; Intellectual Property and Cyber Liability; Fiduciary Liability; Reinsurance; Fidelity and Surety; and General Liability (including Products Liability, and Construction Defect, among other areas) matters across the United States.