Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a California licensed attorney to join their dynamic litigation team in Los Angeles. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators, gaining invaluable insights into all stages of trial preparation and execution. The firm prides itself on fostering professional growth through comprehensive educational programs, CLE reimbursement, and a supportive environment that values diversity. With a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their legal career while making a meaningful impact in high-stakes litigation.

Benefits

Affordable Health Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Quarterly and Annual Bonuses

In-house Educational Programs

CLE Reimbursement

Marketing Budgets

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience required.
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated claims and prepare for trial.
• Conduct research and communicate effectively with clients.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare motions, and attend hearings.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Reasoning

Client-focused Mentality

Writing Skills

Research Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

California Bar License

Job description

Career Opportunities with Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP

A great place to work.

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking a California licensed attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience for their Los Angeles office. If you are looking to gain experience working alongside top litigators, Hawkins Parnell is the place for you. At Hawkins Parnell a successful candidate will enjoy learning all stages of trial preparation and trial from start to finish and an opportunity to work with a seasoned team of experienced litigators.

Hawkins Parnell offers a competitive salary complemented by a full, comprehensive benefits package including affordable health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) and Profit Sharing.

Attorneys are encouraged to continue to grow personally and professionally. In addition to in-house educational programs, we offer CLE reimbursement and marketing budgets to support those efforts. Performance is recognized and rewarded through quarterly and annual bonuses, as well as annual merit consideration.

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity in the legal profession and at Hawkins Parnell. We strongly encourage all who meet our qualifications to apply.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage a caseload of litigated claims
• Prepare for trial including strategy discussion, discovery, records review, client interview and witness preparation
• Research into complex litigation areas
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare and argue motions
• Attend hearings
• Communicate with clients

Successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent analytical and critical reasoning skills
• Client-focused mentality
• Excellent writing and research skills
• Ability to think on feet and respond strategically
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently and within a strong team

Practice Areas:

Construction Litigation, Product Liability, Premises Liability, Automotive Warranty, Tort, Toxic Tort and Environmental, General Liability, Insurance Defense

Why Hawkins Parnell & Young?

Hawkins Parnell is a national litigation powerhouse with offices spanning the United States. Our 250-person litigation team defends prominent individuals and small businesses to many of the largest corporations in high-risk litigation and business disputes nationwide.

Over the last half-century, our success has relied on one distinction: OUR PEOPLE. We rely on the uniqueness of each team member to create a culture that drives innovation and exceptional results for our diverse client roster. Through actively embracing different backgrounds and perspectives, we foster an environment that is vibrant, challenging, and rewarding.

Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.