Senior Attorney - Construction & Liability Trials

Mokri-Vanis-&-Jones,-LL; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; 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 in California is seeking an attorney with 12+ years of experience in construction defect and/or general liability / personal injury matters.

Ideal candidates will have significant experience taking and defending depositions, attending court appearances, mediations and drafting/opposing motions, with the ability to build rapport with clients. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation and insurance.

Qualifications

• 12+ years related experience or equivalent.
• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree and current license by the state bar to practice law in CA.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Skills of persuasion and negotiation.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong computer skills and competency.
• Professional attitude and strong personal ethics.
• 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 not limited to contracts, memos, and motions
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action
• Adhere to a consistent schedule of hearings, court appearances, and case-related conferences
• Represent the company in legal proceedings such as trials and hearings
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses
• Research and interpret law and rulings and anticipate legal risksMaintain case file from opening to close
• Maintain client relationships and communicate case status often

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Professionalism

Admin/Management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree

Job description

Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP in California is seeking an attorney with 12+ years of experience in construction defect and/or general liability / personal injury matters.

Ideal candidates will have significant experience taking and defending depositions, attending court appearances, mediations and drafting/opposing motions, with the ability to build rapport with clients. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation and insurance.