Associate Attorney

Makarem & Associates APLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Makarem & Associates APLC in West Los Angeles/Brentwood seeks an associate attorney with a minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience. The firm handles wage & hour class actions, legal malpractice, and individual employment cases, with a focus on consumer advocacy.

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional writing skills and a passion for litigation in a friendly, non-billing environment. Salary will be based on experience, and the role requires strong advocacy, research, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Requires a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and bar admission.
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to serve clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings
• Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records

Skills

Litigation experience

Exceptional writing skills

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Plaintiff’s litigation boutique law firm in West Los Angeles/Brentwood seeks an associates attorney with a minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience. The law firm practices in the areas of plaintiff’s wage & hour class action, legal malpractice, and individual employment. The candidate should have litigation experience and exceptional writing skills. Friendly working environment, no billing requirements, and must be motivated and have a passion for helping consumers. Salary will be based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings
• Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients