Litigation Attorney (1- 7 years)

Bertrand, Fox, Elliot, Osman & Wenzel; California; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer paid medical/dental/vis​

Cell phone reimbursement

Laptop

401k plan

Paid parking

Job summary

Bertrand Fox Elliot Osman + Wenzel is a California public entity defense firm seeking an Associate Attorney (1-7 years) to join our litigation team. You will handle a diverse range of cases in state and federal court, requiring strong research and writing skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The position is flexible to remote or hybrid work; some attorneys are in the office daily while others work remotely.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Juris Doctor.
• Admitted to the California Bar.
• 0-7 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on litigation preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Trial experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage case load with minimal supervision
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategies
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and trials
• Communicate and collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Maintain positive client relationships regarding case assessment, investigation, discovery and litigation developments

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Excellent research and analytical

Trial experience a plus

Independent and team player

Strong organizational and time mgmt

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

About Bertrand Fox Elliot Osman + Wenzel

Bertrand Fox Elliot Osman + Wenzel is a preeminent California public entity defense firm. We specialize in a wide range of practice areas related to public entity defense and take pride in our dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for our clients. We are currently seeking one or more talented and dedicated attorney to join our expanding firm.

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Associate Attorney (1-7 years)

As an Associate Attorney at Bertrand Fox Elliot Osman + Wenzel, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases, representing our public entity clients in both state and federal court. The successful candidate will have a strong background in litigation, exceptional legal research and writing skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate(s) will have 1-7 years of litigation experience.

The position(s) are flexible as to remote/hybrid. Some of our attorneys are in the office every day while others are entirely remote. We can tailor the arrangement to the candidate. However, applicants must live in, or be willing to relocate to, the Bay Area in order to attend in-person proceedings and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage case load with minimal supervision
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategies
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and trials
• Communicate and collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Maintain positive client relationships regarding case assessment, investigation, discovery and litigation developments

Qualifications

• Completion of a Juris Doctor
• Admitted to the California Bar
• 0-7 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on litigation preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical abilities
• Trial experience is a plus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills

What We Offer

• Reasonable billable hour requirement (1850)
• Hourly and performance based bonuses
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Benefits - 100% employer paid medical/dental/vision, cell phone reimbursement, laptop, 401k plan and paid parking