Associate Attorney for Upland office

A law firm seeks an experienced associate attorney with a minimum of five years of practice in general civil law and family law. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a significant caseload across diverse legal matters. This role provides the opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment, with positions available in multiple office locations.

Duties:

• Manage a high-volume caseload in the areas of general civil litigation and family law.
• Represent clients in court, mediation, and settlement conferences.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Advise clients on legal matters and guide them through the litigation or family law processes.
• Participate in discovery, including taking depositions and preparing witnesses.
• Develop case strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys and maintain regular communication with clients.
• Handle matters related to divorce, child custody, spousal support, contracts, real estate, and other civil law disputes.

Requirements:

• At least five years of experience in general civil law and family law.
• Ability to manage a large caseload with competing deadlines.
• Strong litigation skills, including courtroom experience and trial preparation.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and build long-term professional relationships.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in California, in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Positive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Benefits including health insurance and other standard perks.

This law firm has offices located in Upland, Los Angeles, and Orange County, California. This firm is a prestigious law firm that has over 30 years of combined experience. This firm is a full-service law firm that is committed to providing exceptional legal service, tireless tenacity, superior skill, and integrity to each client. Some of this firm's practice areas include family law, water and mineral rights, criminal defense, easements and right of ways, civil litigation, state personnel board/administrative hearings, employment/labor law, and real estate law.