Senior Attorney needed for Los Angeles office

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Senior Attorney with the following qualifications:

Job Overview:

The Senior Attorney will be responsible for providing legal counsel and representation to clients in a variety of public agency matters. This role requires exceptional academic credentials, extensive public agency experience, and strong research, writing, organizational, communication, and analytical skills.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients in public agency matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client cases.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, contracts, and other legal correspondence.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and negotiations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure effective case management.
• Maintain client relationships and provide ongoing legal support and guidance.
• Stay current with legal developments, statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to public agency practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on public agency matters.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Strong academic credentials, including a high GPA and law review or similar academic achievements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional research and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience managing and mentoring junior attorneys is preferred but not required.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Legal writing and drafting.
• Courtroom advocacy and litigation skills.
• Client relationship management.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Providing legal representation in areas of labor and employment, real estate development, construction law, public agency law, tort law, and others, this California based firm delivers top-notch representation at a reasonable price. Representing clients in the private and public sectors, the firm pursues the best resolution for each individual client through settlement, mediation, arbitration, trial, or appeal. The highly experienced lawyers have a depth of knowledge and expertise for almost any legal matter facing our clients. Promoting a culture of collegial and diverse work environment, the firm recruits the brightest minds from all backgrounds and beliefs. The firm offers a competitive salary with good benefits package. The firm actively participates in and supports local communities.