Associate Attorney Job Description:
Masis Professional Group has an immediate need for an Associate Attorney for a very well established and highly reputable law firm Los Angeles California area on a full-time direct hire basis. The ideal candidates will have experience in civil litigation and a demonstrated ability to independently move cases toward resolution or trial.
Associate Attorney Responsibilities:
- Efficient management of multiple cases.
- Timely preparation of pleadings, motions, and discovery to opposing parties.
- Participate in mediations, hearings, and depositions as required.
- Client interaction and problem resolution as it relates to cases.
- Integration of best practices and standards in handling clients and their cases.
- Evaluation of findings and development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- On-time completion of reports/projects, in adherence to partner and client needs/guidelines.
- Accurate and timely recording of billable hours, in adherence to client guidelines and Firm policy.
Associate Attorney Qualifications:
- J.D. from accredited ABA law school.
- 3-5 years of experience
- California Bar Association admission.
- Experience in professional liability defense cases, civil litigation experience a must
- Securities/FINRA experience a plus
- Ability to comprehend complex matters, identify and articulate core issues, and understand applicable legal principles.
- Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedures.
- Proven time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize issues and tasks.
- Possesses a keen eye for detail, coupled with exceptional research and proofreading abilities.
- Thorough knowledge of legal procedures and current developments.
- Working knowledge of computers, along with the ability to maintain, update, and modify documents.
- Possess relevant technology competencies such as LexisNexis, and time-billing software