Associate Attorney

Astuno & Associates, APC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Astuno & Associates, APC in La Jolla, CA is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to handle a diverse litigation practice. The role requires JD, California Bar admission, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and proficiency with Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.

You will represent clients, research, draft pleadings, and negotiate settlements in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Start date is immediate; 40-hour work week with comprehensive benefits including 401(k), health, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the California State Bar.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings and other legal matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Advise clients on their legal rights and obligations.
• Stay updated on changes in laws affecting litigation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff for case management.
• Prepare for trials by organizing evidence and developing strategies.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

California State Bar admission

Tools

Lexis-Nexis

Westlaw

Job description

Full-Time Associate Attorney at Astuno & Associates, APC

Position: Full-Time Associate Attorney

Location: La Jolla, CA

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start Date: Immediate Opening

Pay Range: $85,000-$140,000 / year

Astuno & Associates, APC, a multijurisdictional full-service civil law firm, seeks a skilled and dedicated licensed attorney to fill a full-time litigation attorney position in our La Jolla, CA office. Our firm manages diverse litigation and transactional legal matters, including business, real estate, domestic relations, and estate planning/trust and estates. For families and individuals, we secure legacies, and for businesses and organizations, we manage complexity from start-up to sale.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, team-oriented individual who embraces responsibility and is eager to take charge of their cases. This role requires excellent legal drafting skills and the ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of clients. The Litigation Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in legal proceedings, ensuring compliance with law regulations, and providing comprehensive legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings and other legal matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Advise clients on their legal rights and obligations related to various cases.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting litigation practices.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff within the law office to ensure effective case management.
• Prepare for trials by organizing evidence and developing case strategies.

Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar Association.
• Strong skills in legal drafting and negotiation.
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account

Ability to Commute:

• La Jolla, CA 92037 (Required)

Work Location: In person

For more information about Astuno & Associates, visit us at

Company Description

Astuno & Associates, APC was founded with a simple goal: to combine the large-firm quality with small-firm efficiency and personalized service. In every matter, we work closely with clients to provide solutions tailored to their specific needs and interests. Our clients know they can trust us to be right where they need us.

Our firm offers experience across the board in most civil fields, to ensure we can offer you a one-stop shop to meet your personal or business needs. We also provide an array of non-litigation services to entrepreneurs and emerging businesses, serving in a “general counsel” role from formation through the start-up phase and after.