Litigation Attorney

Lozano Smith; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Lozano Smith's Monterey office seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join the Litigation Practice Group. The attorney will represent public agencies and school districts in diverse litigation matters, handling cases from inception to resolution, including hearings, arbitrations, trials and appeals.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an accredited law school, California Bar admission, and proven trial experience, with strong research, writing, and analytical abilities to navigate

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.
• Proven trial experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of California public agency and employment/education laws.

Responsibilities

• Representing public entities in state and federal court.
• Representing public entities in arbitration and administrative hearings.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to public agency law, and education law.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and provide strategic guidance on legal issues.
• Stay current on legal developments and provide training to clients.

Skills

Trial experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Public agency & education law

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Litigation AttorneyMonterey

Our Monterey office is seeking an experienced and dynamic Litigation Attorney to join our Litigation Practice Group. This individual will represent public agencies and school districts in a variety of litigation matters. They will handle complex cases from inception to resolution, including administrative hearings, arbitrations, trials and appeals. A proven track record in motion practice, including drafting pre-trial motions, writ petitions, administrative hearings, arbitration proceedings, and civil litigation is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, detail-oriented, and capable of handling complex litigation issues with professionalism and expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Representing public entities in state and federal court.

Representing public entities in arbitration and administrative hearings.

Provide legal advice on matters related to public agency law, and education law.

Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal documents.

Collaborate with clients and provide strategic guidance on legal issues.

Stay current on legal developments and provide training to clients.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.

Proven trial experience.

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Knowledge of California public agency and employment/education laws.

The posted range represents the full span for the role and does not indicate that every hire will be placed at the top of the range.

Lozano Smith is committed to giving all employees the opportunity to experience meaningful, impactful work. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, and experience, among others. We provide competitive salary, benefits, and bonus programs.

We are California's leading public

agency law firm, where professionals

thrive and grow. Experience a

by mentorship, development, and

Lozano Smith values diversity,

fostering an inclusive environment

where varied perspectives enrich our

work and culture. Our dedication to

equity and representation ensures a

dynamic team that reflects the

communities we serve.

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Focus on Schools and Community

Partnering with school districts,

community colleges, cities, counties

and all types of public agencies is at

the core of what we do. Our 30+ year

commitment has positively impacted

countless students and communities

throughout California.