Attorney at Law

Seal Beach-Orange County, 3030 Old Ranch Parkway, Suite 200, Seal Beach, CA 90740, USA Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty‑one states. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Financial Services matters to join our growing Seal Beach, California office. The ideal candidate has at least 4+ years’ experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team‑oriented. FMG's Financial Services & Banking National Practice Section is a multi‑disciplinary team of professionals who represent financial institutions, as well as financial professionals, in a wide spectrum of transactional, regulatory, and securities matters in both litigated and non‑litigated contexts. Responsibilities Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy Prepare and respond to discovery Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings Explain legal options to clients and bring possible outcomes or threats to their attention Build relationships with clients Negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively Requirements Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school. In good standing and able to practice law in the state of California Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background. Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals. Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive. Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver. Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, with a track record of meeting billable hours goals. Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision. Detail oriented, organized, and effective. Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff. Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive is a plus. What we offer Competitive compensation. Opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm. Speaking and writing opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision. Bar expenses paid by firm. HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents. 401(k) plan. Company‑provided life insurance up to $150,000. Company‑paid long‑term disability coverage. Year‑end bonuses and referral fee incentives. Regular, firm‑wide socials and events. Employee Assistance Program. EEO Statement Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr