Litigation Associate Attorney

A distinguished law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of cases, including employment law and general business litigation. The firm provides a competitive compensation package, with potential for origination and production bonuses, alongside robust benefits. The position also offers flexible work arrangements, with the possibility to work from home and in-office.

Duties

• Handle litigation matters in areas such as employment law and business litigation.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal teams on complex cases.
• Maintain strong client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Participate in case strategy discussions and provide legal counsel to clients.

Requirements

• 2-6 years of litigation experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to meet billable hours and manage multiple cases.
• California bar admission required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Proficiency in litigation, with a focus on employment law and business litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client management and collaboration with legal teams.
• Business development skills are advantageous.

Benefits

• Origination bonus program: 15% of amounts collected on originated matters.
• Production bonus program: 5% annual salary bonus if the billable hours target is achieved, with additional bonuses for exceeding targets.
• Flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home options.
• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
• Comprehensive continuing education training programs, including in-house CLE and online courses.
• Generous business development budget to support personal and professional growth.

The corporate law office is headquartered in San Diego, California. Practice areas are wide-ranging. Bankruptcy-insolvency, taxation, corporate-business law, eDiscovery and international law are some of their practice disciplines. The law practice staffs twenty-nine reputable attorneys. The firm is AV rated. Attorneys were recognized by top law publications as well.