Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Job summary

The Santa Monica office of Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP is seeking 1–7 year attorneys to join its litigation team. Associates work closely with lead attorneys on investigations, case evaluation, discovery, depositions, and trial presentation, with a strong emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Nationally recognized for diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, the firm offers a flexible work-from-home policy, an innovative bonus structure, and real advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience handling civil litigation matters.
• Must be admitted to the California Bar (licensure required).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from investigations to trial presentation.
• Contribute to case evaluation, discovery, depositions, and strategic planning to meet client objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral advocacy

Writing skills

Motivation

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

The Santa Monica office of WSHB is looking for talented and highly motivated 1-7 year 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 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. We are currently hiring for the following practice areas:

• Automotive litigation
• Catastrophic injury
• Environmental and toxic tort litigation
• General liability
• Habitability
• Medical malpractice
• Product 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.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program