Associate Attorney Personal Injury

JBA International; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time off

Opportunities for advancement

Descripción de la vacante

JBA International in Los Angeles seeks an attorney with 1–3 years of personal injury litigation experience to support a Senior Trial Attorney. You will handle intake, discovery, depositions, and drafting motions under supervision.

Responsibilities include communicating with clients, managing deadlines, and assisting with trial prep for motor vehicle and premises liability cases. CA Bar licensure is required; strong research and writing skills are essential.

Formación

• Licensed attorney with strong research and writing abilities.
• Proven deposition and trial preparation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to manage multiple cases with tight deadlines.
• Collaborative team player under Senior Trial Attorney guidance.

Responsabilidades

• Handle a volume of personal injury cases under the direction of a Senior Trial Attorney.
• Take and defend depositions of Plaintiffs, Defendants, experts, and witnesses.
• Draft and respond to motions, including MSJ/Adjudication, Demurrers, and discovery motions.
• Propound and respond to written discovery as part of case development.
• Draft complaints for motor vehicle, premises liability, and related claims.
• Assist with settlement negotiations, mediations, and trial preparation documents.
• Maintain regular client communication and meet all deadlines.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Deposition skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Teamwork

Educación

Active California Bar License

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat DC

Descripción del empleo

• Minimum of 1-3 years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Handle a volume of personal injury cases with the direction of a Senior Trial Attorney.
• Represent clients in matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and other personal injury claims.
• Strong familiarity with legal research and law and motion practice.
• Take and defend depositions, including those of plaintiffs, defendants, experts, and witnesses.
• Draft and respond to motions and oppositions, including Motions for Summary Judgment/Adjudication, Demurrers, and discovery-related motions.
• Propound and respond to written discovery.
• Draft complaints ranging from basic motor vehicle accident cases to more complex premises liability and assault cases.
• Assist with settlement negotiations, mediations, and other litigation-related matters.
• Assist with trial preparation, including Motions in Limine, jury instructions, special verdict forms, and other trial-related documents.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties.
• Meet all court-imposed and internal deadlines.

Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Minimum of 1-3 years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Handle a volume of personal injury cases with the direction of a Senior Trial Attorney.
• Represent clients in matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and other personal injury claims.
• Strong familiarity with legal research and law and motion practice.
• Take and defend depositions, including those of plaintiffs, defendants, experts, and witnesses.
• Draft and respond to motions and oppositions, including Motions for Summary Judgment/Adjudication, Demurrers, and discovery-related motions.
• Propound and respond to written discovery.
• Draft complaints ranging from basic motor vehicle accident cases to more complex premises liability and assault cases.
• Assist with settlement negotiations, mediations, and other litigation-related matters.
• Assist with trial preparation, including Motions in Limine, jury instructions, special verdict forms, and other trial-related documents.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties.
• Meet all court-imposed and internal deadlines.

Requirements

• Active California Bar License and in good standing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple cases and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat DC.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off
• Opportunities for advancement