Junior General Associate Attorney

A law firm in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Junior General Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of related experience. The successful candidate will conduct legal research, draft legal documents, consult with clients, and collaborate with the legal team to provide comprehensive legal support across various areas of law.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents to support case preparation and trial proceedings.
• Consult with clients, providing expert guidance on legal matters and offering invaluable legal support.
• Prepare case file documents and collaborate with the legal team to compile comprehensive trial briefs.
• Draft and administer various legal documents, including contracts, memos, and motions.
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action to ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Attend hearings, court appearances, and case-related conferences, representing the firm in legal proceedings.
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses, demonstrating exceptional communication skills.
• Research and interpret laws and rulings to anticipate legal risks and provide proactive solutions.
• Maintain case files from opening to close, ensuring all necessary documentation is organized and accessible.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in the state of California.
• 2-4 years of related experience in legal practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in computer skills and legal software for efficient research and document preparation.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to consult with clients and present legal arguments effectively.
• Proficiency in computer skills and legal software tools.
• Organizational skills to maintain case files and documentation.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate with the legal team and interact with clients.
• Analytical skills to interpret laws and rulings and anticipate legal risks.

Representing clients throughout California for over three decades, this full-service law firm serves public agency clients. The firm helps clients with land use and zoning, personnel and labor, environment, affordable housing, elections, condemnation, police, civil rights, public finance, and other public-related matters. Committed to building long-lasting relationships with clients, the highly experienced team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff provides the highest quality of legal service and representation in public law. The firm fosters a collaborative work environment where everybody is passionate and focuses on clients' needs. With offices throughout California, the firm is an equal opportunity employer and is proud of the workforce's diversity.