Attorney- 3622716

AMS Staffing Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Referral fee for successful placements

Job summary

AMS Staffing Inc. is looking for an Associate Attorney in Irvine, CA, to work in a dynamic municipal and public law practice. This role involves legal research, litigation, and directly advising clients on various legal matters affecting California communities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor, be admitted to the California Bar, and demonstrate strong legal writing skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160K-$215K, along with excellent benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Admission to the California Bar.
• Strong analytical and legal writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues.
• Represent clients in litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Client counseling

Public agency law

Contract analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Title: Attorney

Location: Irvine, CA 92614

Salary/Payrate: $160K-$215K (some flex), bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!

Referral Fee: $1,000 - should your referral start with our client

Job Description

Our client is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our dynamic municipal and public law practice. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with cities, special districts, public agencies, and private-sector clients on complex legal matters that shape communities throughout California. The successful candidate will gain hands‑on experience advising clients, handling litigation matters, drafting legal opinions, negotiating agreements, and appearing before courts, administrative agencies, and public boards.

This role is ideal for an attorney who is eager to develop expertise in public agency law, land use, labor and employment, real estate, environmental matters, and municipal governance while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and client‑focused environment.

Practice Areas

• Code Enforcement
• Contracts & Public Works
• Economic Development
• Education
• Elections
• Energy & Utilities
• Ethics & Open Government
• Housing
• Labor & Employment
• Land Use & Zoning
• Litigation
• Mining
• Property Acquisition & Takings
• Public Agency Organization
• Public Finance
• Public Safety
• Telecommunications
• Water Law

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Legal Research and Analysis

• Research and analyze complex legal issues and prepare memoranda, legal opinions, pleadings, and briefs for review by Supervising Attorneys.
• Analyze and summarize contracts, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents, recommending revisions and risk mitigation strategies.
• Conduct due diligence reviews related to contracts, transactions, and public agency matters.
• Review statutes, regulations, case law, and administrative decisions to provide practical legal guidance to clients.

Litigation and Advocacy

• Perform all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, legal research, and trial preparation.
• Review and manage electronically stored information (ESI) and documentary evidence.
• Analyze potential legal exposure and probable case outcomes based on applicable legal precedent.
• Develop litigation strategies and legal arguments for hearings, trials, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings.
• Represent clients before courts, administrative agencies, governing boards, commissions, and regulatory bodies.

Client Counseling

• Advise clients regarding legal rights, obligations, governance issues, business transactions, regulatory compliance, and litigation risks.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide responsive, practical legal counsel.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to address multidisciplinary legal matters affecting public agencies and organizations.

Professional and Administrative Responsibilities

• Supervise Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, and other support staff as appropriate.
• Participate in client development and community engagement activities.
• Assist with firm initiatives, special projects, and administrative functions.
• Maintain compliance with all firm policies, ethical obligations, and professional standards.