Associate Attorney

Urgently hiring Associate Attorney in Irvine! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kendall Kaing Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $120,000 - $230,000 per year A bit about us: California Trial Lawyers Often, civil disputes lead to the need not only for effective legal assistance but for hands-on and aggressive trial experience. We stand out in Orange County, San Diego, and throughout California as trial attorneys. Together, our four named, partners' trial experience includes: Hundreds of trials handled approximately 400 trials conducted to verdict with a verdict success rate of approximately 96 percent. Our trial experience and skills are further illustrated by our involvement in the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Very few trial lawyers qualify for membership, which is contingent on extensive jury trial experience and is by invitation only. Our firm includes six active ABOTA members. Further, our attorneys who are ABOTA members train our remaining lawyers in the ABOTA skill set of "skills, civility, and integrity". Our trial experience favorably compares to that of the thousands of attorneys across California who have minimal courtroom experience and who seek to settle every case. Our trial experience also allows us to provide clients with a full range of legal options regarding the litigation, negotiation, mediation, or arbitration of their case. Why join us? Pay: $120,000.00 - $230,000.00 per year The firm offers mentorship, a congenial work environment as well as competitive salary, bonus program, health care benefits package, gym and participation in a 401K plan. We have ABOTA attorneys in our firm who train attorneys to become trial attorneys. Job Details Insurance Defense law firm is seeking a civil litigation attorney for its personal injury department in both the San Diego and Irvine location. The candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated and have an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Be an active member in good standing with the California Bar minimum 2 years' experience with civil litigation and insurance defense. Have solid academic credentials Must have a high level of organization, detail orientation and ability to time-manage across multiple deadlines Demonstrate good judgment, strong critical thinking skills and the desire and willingness to take ownership and control of projects Have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills Have excellent client relations Key Responsibilities: Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents. Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategy and support client positions. Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials. Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members. Manage caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work. Participate in settlement negotiations and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with procedural and ethical standards. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 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