Associate Attorney

Makarem & Associates APLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A regional law firm in Los Angeles seeks an associate attorney with 2+ years of litigation experience. The role involves preparing legal documents, conducting research, and providing counsel while enjoying a friendly working environment without billing requirements. Strong writing and negotiation skills are essential. Flexible work-from-home options are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience required.
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Strong ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients.
• Flexible work from home options available.

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

Strong verbal communication

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D. degree)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Overview

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
• Flexible work from home options available.