Associate - Trial and Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible PTO

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Engaging culture with social events

Wellbeing day

Parental leave

Global mobility

Retirement benefits from day one

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an associate with 2+ years of litigation experience for its Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate is proactive, motivated, and organized with excellent research and writing skills. Interaction with opposing counsel and clients is expected in a professional manner.

Responsibilities include managing a 10-20 matter caseload, drafting pleadings, taking depositions, and conducting legal research using Westlaw. California bar admission is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the California bar.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Report actively and effectively to clients.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral advocacy

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

California Bar Admission

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with over two years of experience to join its Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will be proactive, motivated, and organized, possessing excellent research and writing skills. They will interact with opposing counsel and clients in a positive and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Report actively and effectively to clients.

Qualifications

• Possess excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the bar in California.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Retirement benefits starting on day one.