Junior Attorney- Entry Level

Jobot; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching after first year

Health insurance

Vision insurance

17 PTO days

Quarterly bonus

Flexibility to work from home

Job summary

A leading law firm in Riverside, California is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctorate, experience in civil litigation, and strong negotiation and communication skills. This role involves representing clients through all phases of civil defense litigation, conducting legal research, and maintaining client communication. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 with excellent benefits including 401(k) matching, health insurance, and the flexibility to work from home.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Preferred experience in civil litigation.
• Active member of the State Bar in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of civil defense litigation procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of civil defense litigation.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle depositions, hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and make court appearances.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Legal research skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Southern California Civil Law Firm/ High Salary/ Great Benefits

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Based in the Riverside area, we are a reputable law firm that focuses our practice on the representation of public entities, corporations, and insured individuals in general liability, common carrier litigation, employment litigation, and more. With offices in Riverside and Glendale, California, we represent clients in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

We are now seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic team. If you have experience with civil defense and litigation, please apply below!

Why join us?

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching after first year
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 17 PTO days + year then goes up the following year
• Quarterly bonus $75 per hour
• 160 billable per month
• Flexibility to work from home

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of civil defense litigation (businesses, personal injury, public entities and individuals)
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle depositions, hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Develop and implement defense strategies, negotiate settlements, and make court appearances.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure a comprehensive defense strategy.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and advice on legal matters.
• Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Preferred experience in civil litigation.
• Active member of the State Bar in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of civil defense litigation and insurance defense procedures and practices.
• Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and cases while meeting strict deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, but also function effectively as part of a team.
• Strong advocacy skills in the courtroom.
• Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and dedicated attorney to further their career in civil defense litigation while working in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in the legal defense field, apply today!

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