Associate - Trial and Defense

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 2 to 6 years of strong litigation experience to join their team in Los Angeles, California. The role involves handling general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases, with collaboration alongside the Aviation practice group.

Duties

• Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial, and participate in mediation/trial.
• Actively and effectively report to clients.

Requirements

• Possess excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the bar in California.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocate.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proactive and organized.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with opposing counsel and clients.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306