Defense Attorney

Jobot; Beverly Hills (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary

Bonus

401k Match

Full Benefits

Growth Potential

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Defense Attorney in Beverly Hills, CA to handle a diverse civil defense docket. You will work under a Partner on challenging cases, provide strategic defense, and negotiate settlements. The role offers a competitive base salary, a bonus program, 401k match, full benefits, and strong growth potential.

Join a team that values meticulous case preparation, persuasive advocacy, and collaboration with colleagues to uphold the firm's reputation in civil litigation defense.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Defense Attorney.
• Proven track record in civil litigation and negotiation.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense cases, ensuring efficient handling.
• Conduct thorough investigations to gather pertinent information.
• Develop and implement robust defense strategies tailored to each case.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel to achieve the best outcome.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with the legal team to contribute to the firm's success.

Skills

Civil litigation

Negotiation

Legal research

Legal writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Defense Attorney

$130000 - $200000 per year | Beverly Hills, CA | Remote | Permanent

Civil Litigation Defense Attorney | $130,000 - $200,000 base + bonus | Established Law Firm

A bit about us:

As a Defense Attorney with our firm, you would have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging cases. You will work under a talented Partner who deals with an exciting docket that includes a wide variety of complex cases.

Why join us?

• Base Salary
• Bonus
• 401k Match
• Full Benefits
• Growth Potential

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense cases, ensuring that all cases are handled efficiently and effectively.
• Conduct thorough and detailed investigations to gather all pertinent information and evidence related to each case.
• Develop and implement robust defense strategies, tailored to the specific circumstances of each case.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, striving to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, presenting clear and compelling arguments in their defense.
• Collaborate with other members of the legal team, contributing to the overall success and reputation of our firm.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Defense Attorney.
• Proven track record in civil litigation and negotiation.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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