Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the legal sector is seeking talented associate attorneys to join their dynamic team in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to engage in various litigation phases, from investigations to trial presentations, emphasizing strategic thinking to achieve client goals. The firm is recognized for its commitment to diversity and provides a flexible work-from-home policy, along with a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth. With a competitive salary package and a strong focus on work-life balance, this position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to advance their legal careers in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice in California - no exceptions.
• Experience in civil litigation matters is required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Handle case evaluations, discovery, and trial presentations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral advocacy

Writing skills

Motivation

Civil litigation experience

Insurance defense litigation

Education

Admitted to practice in California

Job description

The Los Angeles, Glendale and Thousand Oaks offices of WSHB are looking for talented and highly motivated associate attorneys to join its team. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy, and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices. In addition to its work from home policy, the firm offers an innovative bonus structure, collaborative working environment, and real opportunities for advancement. You must be admitted to practice in California - no exceptions.

Qualified candidates will have experience handling civil litigation matters. We are currently hiring for the following practice areas:

• Automotive litigation
• Catastrophic injury
• Environmental and toxic tort litigation
• General liability
• Habitability
• Medical malpractice
• Product liability
• Professional liability

Excellent interpersonal skills, oral advocacy, writing skills, and motivation, are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services, Law Practice, and Professional Services