Senior Associate Attorney

A law firm specializing in complex consumer class actions seeks a Senior Associate Attorney to join its legal team in Malibu, CA. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload involving emerging technology, AI, data privacy, and other complex consumer issues. This role requires extensive litigation experience and CA Bar admission.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload involving complex legal issues related to emerging technology, AI, data privacy, and consumer class actions.
• Evaluate new cases and prepare comprehensive case proposals.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Develop and recommend effective case strategies.
• Draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents in file-ready form.
• Oversee the filing process for motions and briefs.
• Prepare, finalize, and serve stipulations, discovery letters, joint statements, and proposed orders.
• Correspond with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients as necessary.
• Draft, propound, review, and respond to discovery; manage discovery disputes.
• Prepare for and take/defend depositions.
• Attend mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Take arguments at mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Attend and/or lead team and firm meetings.
• Adhere to all deadlines, both internal and court-mandated.
• Perform administrative duties related to the practice of law.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Admission to the California Bar is required; additional admission in NY, IL, or other jurisdictions is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems preferred.
• Ability to independently take depositions and argue motions.

Education and Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions to health and dental plans.
• Subsidized gym membership.
• Disability coverage.