Associate - Trial and Defense

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 2 to 6 years of litigation experience to join their team in Irvine, California. The role involves handling general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases, with collaboration alongside the Aviation practice group. The candidate should be proactive, motivated, and organized, possessing excellent research and writing skills.

Duties

• Investigate claims and develop case strategies
• Draft and respond to discovery requests
• 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
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial
• Report effectively to clients

Requirements

• 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 advocacy skills
• 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

• California Bar Admission

Skills

• Strong research and writing abilities
• Proficiency in legal research tools like Westlaw
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

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

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