Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

A California litigation firm and a leader in the practice of Lemon Law-is seeking mid-level litigation associates to work out of its Century City, Walnut Creek, or Roseville, California offices.

A successful candidate will have at least 3 years of litigation experience and will demonstrate a desire to serve the public interest by advocating on behalf of California consumers pursuing claims against car manufacturers and car dealers. The position calls for a hardworking, dedicated, and nimble attorney who is interested in aggressive discovery-driven litigation tactics and able to navigate competing priorities and the needs of multiple stakeholders, both internal and firm clients.

This is a unique opportunity for an attorney to gain immediate experience in multiple phases of litigation, including written discovery, law & motion, oral argument, depositions, and trial preparation. The role works closely with Partners and Senior Attorneys, providing mentorship and opportunities to quickly grow into handling higher-stakes depositions, trial preparation work, and second-chairing trials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESWritten Discovery

• Drafting written discovery, reviewing responses and document productions, and participating in e-discovery review of documents.

Law & Motion Work

• Drafting motions related to written discovery disputes, responses to pleading challenges, oppositions to Motions for Summary Adjudication, and other motions in furtherance of clients' claims against car manufacturers and dealers.

• Preparing for and participating in oral arguments in various courtrooms relating to discovery disputes, pleading challenges, case management conferences, summary judgment motions, and ex parte requests.

Depositions

• Preparing clients and defending consumer client depositions.

• Taking depositions of percipient witnesses.

• Taking depositions of corporate representative defense witnesses.

• Preparing expert witnesses and attending expert depositions.

Vehicle Inspections

• Attending vehicle inspections with expert witnesses.

Other Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for timely reporting and billing for hours worked.

• Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Partners.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Member in good standing of the California Bar.

• At least three (3) years of litigation experience as a California licensed attorney.

• Genuine interest in consumer protection and representation.

• Hunger for professional growth, with a "no job is too big or too small" mentality.

• Collaborative and willing to operate in a team-oriented environment.

• Bilingual Spanish is preferred, but not required.

• Proficient in MS Office, Westlaw, and Outlook.

• Skilled and decisive problem-solver with the ability to unravel complex issues.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to track and comply with deadlines in a busy and fast-paced environment.

• Willing to learn and apply technology solutions and work in a paperless environment.

• Willing to travel within California as needed for court appearances, vehicle inspections, and depositions.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPANY PERKS

• Attractive and competitive compensation package, including:

  • HMO/PPO Medical Plans

  • PPO Dental

  • Vision Insurance

  • STD & LTD Plans

  • Basic Life Insurance

  • 401(k) plan with contributions up to 10%

  • 529 Plan

  • Pet Insurance

• Comprehensive training by senior-level attorneys and partners.

• Weekly breakfast provided for staff.

• Monday through Friday (in-office hours).

The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The firm will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

\nCompany Description

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Our Expertise
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As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.