Civil Litigation Attorney

McDougal Boehmer Foley Lyon Mitchell & Erickson; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k)

Job summary

McDougal, Boehmer, Foley, Lyon, Mitchell & Erickson is a San Diego-based law firm seeking a dynamic attorney with strong litigation experience to join our legal team. A reasonable billable hour requirement applies, and candidates should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the California State Bar.

In-person work is required; remote work is not offered. Qualified candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent analytical and legal writing abilities, strong

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of litigation experience.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to the California State Bar.
• Strong analytical and excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases, including law and motion work.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent municipal clients in litigation matters.
• Maintain client communications and case files.

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Time management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

McDougal, Boehmer, Foley, Lyon, Mitchell & Erickson is a San Diego‑based law firm representing businesses and public agencies. The firm seeks a dynamic and self‑motivated attorney with strong litigation experience to join our legal team. Reasonable billable hour requirement. Learn more about the firm at www.mcdougallawfirm.com.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of litigation experience, including law and motion work, and experience taking and defending depositions; trial, administrative hearings, or arbitration experience is a plus
• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Admitted to the California State Bar
• Strong analytical and excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent time management abilities

Preferred candidates will also have experience representing municipal clients in litigation matters.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and demonstrated achievements
• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and professional references.

Details

• Work Remotely: No
• Job Type: Full-time
• Education: Bachelor\'s (Required)
• Work Location: In person