Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home policy

Innovative bonus structure

Collaborative environment

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The San Diego office of Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP is seeking associate attorneys to join its litigation team. Associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of civil litigation, from rapid response investigations to discovery, depositions, and trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Applicants must be admitted to the California Bar; experience in catastrophic injury, general liability, habitability, product liability, or

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have experience handling civil litigation matters.
• Practice areas include catastrophic injury, general liability, habitability, product liability, and professional liability.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Assist with rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses.
• Participate in discovery and depositions, and assist with trial presentations.
• Contribute to case evaluation and reporting with strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Oral advocacy

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

The San Diego office of WSHB is 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 flexible work from home policy, the firm offers an innovative bonus structure, collaborative working environment, and real opportunities for advancement. All experience levels are desired - from recent admittees to the California Bar to experienced attorneys. You must be admitted to practice in California - no exceptions.

Qualified candidates will have experience handling civil litigation matters, including the following practice areas:

• Catastrophic injury
• General liability
• Habitability
• 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.

Salary depends on experience.