Attorney

LeoForce; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

LeoForce seeks a Permanent Attorney to lead high-stakes litigation in our California office. You will handle civil litigation, depositions, motions, and trial advocacy, guiding cases from strategy through post-trial work.

Ideal candidates hold a J.D., active California State Bar status, and five years of litigation experience. You will collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver top-tier legal services while upholding ethical standards.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation, including civil litigation, depositions, motions, and trials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, pre-trial, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
• Conduct comprehensive discovery, pleadings, and motion practice.
• Represent the firm and its clients in court appearances, delivering persuasive oral arguments.
• Handle depositions, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Develop and implement robust case strategies to ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Manage case management, keeping files organized and up to date.
• Provide legal counsel while maintaining high ethical standards.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff for seamless execution of duties.
• Keep abreast of legislation, court decisions, and trends to advise clients effectively.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance legal knowledge and skills.

Skills

Civil litigation

Deposition

Motion practice

Oral arguments

Case management

Legal research

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Legal research tools

Case management software

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level
Salary: $125,000 - $225,000 per year

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, pre-trial, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
• Conduct comprehensive discovery, pleadings, and motion practice.
• Represent the firm and its clients in court appearances, delivering compelling oral arguments.
• Handle depositions, arbitrations, and mediations effectively.
• Develop and implement robust case strategies to ensure the best possible outcome for our clients.
• Manage all aspects of case management, including maintaining organized and up-to-date case files.
• Provide legal counsel and advice to clients, while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure seamless execution of legal duties and responsibilities.
• Keep abreast of current legislation, court decisions, and industry trends to effectively advise clients and represent their interests.
• Participate in continuous professional development activities to enhance legal knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Litigation Associate, Trial Lawyer, or similar role.
• Proven experience in civil litigation, deposition, motion practice, oral argument, court appearances, arbitration, mediation, and trial.
• Proficient in case strategy development, case management, pleadings, and discovery.
• Exceptional analytical skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to deliver persuasive oral arguments and build strong relationships with clients.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Unwavering commitment to ethical practices and professional standards.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a proven track record of successful dispute resolution.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• High level of resilience, with the ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic, driven, and experienced Permanent Attorney to join our esteemed legal department. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of high-stakes litigation cases, directly contributing to the success and reputation of our firm. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with extensive experience in various aspects of the legal industry, including but not limited to, civil litigation, arbitration, mediation, case strategy, and case management.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K