Senior Attorney - Construction & Liability Defense

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) + Employer Match

Supplemental Insurance Options

Professional Development

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP, a respected California and Nevada law firm, seeks an attorney with 5+ years of experience in construction defect or general liability and personal injury matters. You will handle depositions, court appearances, mediations, and drafting or opposing motions while building rapport with clients.

You will consult with clients, prepare case files, assemble trial briefs, review discovery, and manage case calendars from opening to close.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience or equivalent.
• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree and CA bar license.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Persuasion and negotiation skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Administrative and managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients on legal best practices and provide legal support.
• Prepare case file documents.
• Work with the legal team to compile comprehensive trial briefs.
• Draft and administer legal documents including contracts, memos, and motions.
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action.
• Adhere to a schedule of hearings, court appearances, and case conferences.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings such as trials and hearings.
• Facilitate depositions of experts and witnesses.
• Research and interpret law and rulings and anticipate legal risks.
• Maintain case file from opening to close.
• Maintain client relationships and communicate case status.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Detail-oriented

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP, a respected California and Nevada law firm, seeks an attorney with 5+ years of experience in construction defect or general liability and personal injury matters. You will handle depositions, court appearances, mediations, and drafting or opposing motions while building rapport with clients.

You will consult with clients, prepare case files, assemble trial briefs, review discovery, and manage case calendars from opening to close.