Family Law Associate Attorney

Stross Wess Cutcher & Levin LLP; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients. The role involves preparing legal documents, attending hearings, and conducting legal research. Ideal candidates will possess a Juris Doctor and be in good standing with the California Bar, demonstrating excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Work-from-home option

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to and in good standing with California Bar.
• Experience using law practice management software is preferred.
• Ability to work full-time and sometimes overtime from the office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings and trial briefs.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Perform legal research and advise partners on findings.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent grammar and editing skills

Organized and methodical

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Law practice management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Westlaw

Job description

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Stross Wess Cutcher & Levin LLP provided pay range

This range is provided by Stross Wess Cutcher & Levin LLP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Basic Function:

Under the supervision of the Partners of the Firm, the Associate Attorney will assist Partners in providing legal counsel to clients. The Associate Attorney will execute all necessary legal work as directed by the Partners and help identify next steps in a case. The Associate Attorney position is instrumental in advancing cases toward an efficient resolution.

• Prepare pleadings, declarations, memoranda of points and authorities, trial briefs, discovery requests, responses to discovery, Preliminary Declarations of Disclosure, Final Declarations of Disclosure, correspondence, document indices, bates logs, and other documents
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials
• Perform legal research on relevant case issues as needed, draft research memoranda, and advise Firm partners on research findings
• Communicate with clients via email, telephone, and/or video conference
• Assist in the organization of client files as necessary
• Accurately record client work in billing software
• Efficiently prioritize and multitask
• Collaborate well in a team environment
• Perform well in a fast-paced environment
• Work full-time (and some overtime) as necessary to consistently meet deadlines
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance, including in-office when requested
• Work professionally and cooperatively with others
• Comply with all Firm policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor required
• Must be admitted to and in good standing with California Bar
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent grammar and editing skills
• Organized and methodical, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Experience using law practice management software, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Essential Forms, Westlaw, and Sage Timeslips
• The ability to work full-time (and sometimes overtime) from the office, as necessary
• Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer and telephone for prolonged hours
• Ability to lift 15 pounds

Salary & Benefits:

• Work-from-home option
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance (100% of premiums paid by the firm)
• Full premium coverage for short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) plans
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Reimbursement for personal cell phone and home wireless expenses
• Continuing education opportunities, including firm-sponsored courses and events
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least two professional references to [e-mail]. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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