Associate Attorney

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC is seeking new associates licensed in Louisiana to handle Defense Base Act docket work. Applicants should draft petitions, review medical and employment records, and communicate with clients and the Department of Labor in a timely manner.

The role requires excellent legal research and writing skills, teamwork, and the ability to think strategically and analytically. Experience in drafting pleadings and taking depositions is valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Louisiana.
• Experience with Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act issues is a plus.
• Strong research and writing skills with the ability to draft pleadings, discovery, and motions.

Responsibilities

• Handle docket involving Defense Base Act claims, draft petitions, and communicate with clients, DOL, and opposing counsel in a timely manner.
• Review and summarize claims documents, medical records, incident reports, and employment files.
• Prepare client reports on schedule and participate in DOL conferences to resolve files.
• Communicate clearly with clients about DBA and related matters; take/defend depositions and assist with hearings as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Job description

Job Description

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC is a rapidly growing defense law firm with offices in Houston, Galveston, New Orleans, Corpus Christi,Chicago, Boca Raton, and Milwaukee. We have immediate needs for new associates who are licensed in Louisiana:

• Responsible for docket involving Defense Base Act claims by:
  • providing sound legal analysis, drafting petitions and communicating with clients, Department of Labor and opposing counsel in a timely manner
  • Review, analyze and summarize claims documents, including medical records, incident reports, and employment files
  • Prepares reports for clients as needed and on schedule
  • Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor to address issues pertinent to the resolution of files
  • Communicate clearly and concisely with clients on issues involving the Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act
  • Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions, making court appearances, and taking/defending depositions.
  • MUST be committed to teamwork and cooperation with your team of fellow lawyers while working on everyday tasks.
  • Must possess excellent legal research and writing skills, a strong ability to think strategically / analytically, and outstanding communication skills

What the will make you successful in this role:

• Professionalism
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to be trained by some of the best attorneys in the DBA industry
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Patience to handle a fast paced environment
• A positive attitude is a MUST!

What you should expect from The Firm:

• To be treat with respect and professionalism
• Training to ensure success
• Competitive salary and benefit plan
• Open doors that are always willing to listen
• Great work-life balance!
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday

Principals only-no agencies or phone calls please.

About Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC:

We are a rapidly growing law firm with over 150 Attorneys nationwide. We offer an excellent work environment. Our people are what truly sets us apart from other workplaces...we have a great operations team....looking for our next lucky person to join us!

Company Description

SBSB Law PLLC is a law firm focused on your needs. When legal challenges arise, we are your go-to resource at every stage of the legal process. We bring deeper experience, deeper commitment and deeper insights to help solve the most complex issues in the energy and maritime industries.