Dynamic Personal Injury Litigation Associate

BD&J Injury Lawyers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Vacation: 80 hours first year

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

BD&J Injury Lawyers, based in Los Angeles, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Department. This high-value personal injury firm has recovered over $3 billion for clients and offers exposure to complex cases from filing through trial.

The ideal candidate has a JD, California Bar license, at least 1 year of litigation experience, strong oral and written advocacy, and the ability to manage a caseload independently.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active California Bar license.
• 1+ years of litigation experience in personal injury or civil litigation preferred.
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, and motion work.
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Client-centered approach with strong interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and assist in drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents as directed
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations
• Coordinate with clients, experts, and medical providers to gather information and assist in developing case strategies
• Support and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants assigned to litigation matters
• Maintain regular communication with clients on behalf of the senior attorney to keep them informed and supported
• Assist in settlement negotiations and pre-trial preparations under the senior attorney’s guidance
• Maintain case files and documentation in compliance with legal and firm standards

Skills

California Bar license

Litigation experience

Strong advocacy skills

Independent caseload management

Organizational/time-management skills

Client-focused communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

BD&J Injury Lawyers, based in Los Angeles, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Department. This high-value personal injury firm has recovered over $3 billion for clients and offers exposure to complex cases from filing through trial.

The ideal candidate has a JD, California Bar license, at least 1 year of litigation experience, strong oral and written advocacy, and the ability to manage a caseload independently.