Commercial Litigation Associate — Fast-Paced Counsel

McDowell Hetherington LLP; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

McDowell Hetherington LLP, a commercial litigation firm with a nationwide practice, seeks associates for its Oakland office. The firm offers a competitive salary of $195,000-$225,000 annually for candidates with 2-4 years of prior legal experience; more experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and California Bar admission, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and California Bar admission.
• 2-4 years of prior legal experience.
• Able to perform factual legal research and analysis.
• Work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
• Coordinate review and research projects with team leads.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Exercise strong time management and interpersonal skills.
• Mock trial or moot court experience preferred.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Independent and collaborative work

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Moot court/mock trial experience

Project coordination

Education

Juris Doctor degree

California Bar admission

Job description

McDowell Hetherington LLP, a commercial litigation firm with a nationwide practice, seeks associates for its Oakland office. The firm offers a competitive salary of $195,000-$225,000 annually for candidates with 2-4 years of prior legal experience; more experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and California Bar admission, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently