Attorney CD/ GL (12+ Yrs)

Socket.dev; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) + Employer Match

Supplemental Insurance Options (LTD, …

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mokri Vanis & Jones LLP is a California-based law firm with multiple offices. We seek a senior attorney with 12+ years of experience in construction defect and/or general liability or personal injury matters.

The candidate will have strong deposition, court, and negotiation skills, and must be able to manage complex litigation and maintain client relationships. The role involves consulting with clients, preparing trial briefs, reviewing discovery, and representing the company in trials and

Qualifications

• Must have 12+ years of related experience in construction defect and/or general liability matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients on legal strategy and prepare case files.
• Draft and file legal documents, memos, and motions.
• Oversee discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
• Lead trial preparation and coordinate with legal team.
• Represent the company in trials and hearings.
• Maintain client relationships and provide status updates.
• Adhere to hearing schedules, conferences, and court appearances.
• Review documents and advise on best course of action.
• Maintain case files from opening to close.
• Contribute to professional development of junior staff.

Skills

Legal negotiation

Deposition experience

Client relations

Legal research

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in CA

Job description

Description

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP is an established mid-sized law firm with 5 offices throughout California and Nevada. Our firm provides a full range of transaction and litigation services. We represent a broad spectrum of clients, from major multinational corporations and financial institutions to family-owned small businesses and private individuals.

Why Work With Us?

Our firm culture is about teamwork, support, good communication, a work/life balance and professional development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) + Employer Match
• Supplemental Insurance Options (LTD, Life, STD, Critical Illness, etc.)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays

Mokri Vanis and Jones LLP has an immediate full-time opportunity for an attorney with 12+ years of experience in either construction defect and/or general liability / personal injury matters. Successful candidates will have exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to build rapport with clients. Ideal candidates must have significant experience taking and defending depositions, attending court appearances, attending mediations and drafting/opposing motions.

What You'll Do:

• Consult with clients on legal best practices and provide legal support
• Prepare case file documents
• Work with the legal team to compile comprehensive trial briefs
• Draft and administer legal documents not limited to contracts, memos, and motions
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action
• Adhere to a consistent schedule of hearings, court appearances, and case-related conferences
• Represent the company in legal proceedings such as trials and hearings
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses
• Research and interpret law and rulings and anticipate legal risksMaintain case file from opening to close
• Maintain client relationships and communicate case status often

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 12+ years related experience or equivalent
• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree and current license by the state bar to practice law in the state of CA required
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Skills of persuasion and negotiation
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Strong computer skills and competency
• Professional attitude and strong personal ethics
• Administrative and managerial experience preferred