Associate Attorney

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC seeks associates licensed in Louisiana to handle Defense Base Act docketing and related matters. You will draft pleadings, analyze client files, and coordinate with the Department of Labor while maintaining clear client communication.

Ideal candidates have strong research and writing skills, experience in depositions, and a proven ability to work cooperatively within a busy defense practice. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Louisiana.
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft petitions and analyze claims for Defense Base Act cases.
• Review and summarize medical records, incident reports, and employment files.
• Prepare client reports and maintain timely communication with clients and DOL.
• Participate in conferences with the Department of Labor regarding file resolutions.
• Conduct depositions and make court appearances as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Pleadings

Depositions

Education

Louisiana Bar License

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

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

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.