Associate Attorney

Hager & Dowling; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A leading litigation firm in Santa Barbara, CA, is seeking an Associate Attorney for a full-time hybrid role. The position involves managing a diverse caseload, drafting legal documents, and appearing in court for hearings and trials. The ideal candidate will be proficient in legal research, have litigation experience, and possess strong analytical skills. Competitive benefits include health and dental insurance, a 401k plan, and bonuses. This firm is committed to excellence and professionalism in legal services.

Qualifications

• Proficient in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Experience in litigation processes including trial preparation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication for client interactions and court presentations.
• Knowledge of California state and federal court procedures and civil procedure.
• Licensed to practice law in California; additional bar memberships are an advantage.
• Insurance law knowledge preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload and draft legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and attend court hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and maintain client communication.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and the litigation team; maintain client communication.
• Provide legal advice on litigation, insurance law, and related practice areas.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation processes

Analytical skills

Client communication

California court procedures

Arbitration

Mediation

Client communication

Time management

California bar licensed

California law

Education

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

Hager & Dowling is a leading litigation firm based in Santa Barbara, California, known for delivering exceptional legal services to individuals and businesses. Our attorneys have extensive experience in jury trials, mediations, arbitrations, and other forms of dispute resolution. We represent clients in both state and federal courts across California. In addition to excelling in civil litigation, our firm provides specialized legal expertise in practice areas such as insurance coverage and public entity law. We are committed to meeting the unique needs of each client while fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Santa Barbara, CA, with the flexibility for remote work. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload, drafting legal documents, legal research, depositions, appearing in court for hearings and trial, and attending mediations. The role also involves collaboration with senior attorneys and litigation team, maintaining client communication, and providing legal advice on litigation, insurance law, and other specialized practice areas.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and drafting legal documents
• Experience in litigation processes, including trial preparation, arbitration, and mediation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and address complex legal issues
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills for client interactions and court presentations
• Knowledge of California state and federal court procedures and civil procedure
• Licensed to practice law in the state of California; additional bar memberships are an advantage
• Insurance law knowledge preferred but not required

Hager & Dowling offers competitive benefits including health, dental and life insurance; 401k plan; and bonus opportunities.