Staff Attorney

Meridian University; California (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while engaging in vital compliance and litigation tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed to practice in California. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing cases, and ensuring adherence to legal standards. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making a difference in the legal field. If you are looking for a role that combines flexibility with impactful work, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in California and in good standing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle litigation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research and manage cases.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Experience with discovery in the context of litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Meridian University is seeking a Staff Attorney licensed in the State of California to join our team. This position entails responsibilities pertaining to compliance and litigation.

Classification : Part Time

Location : 100% Remote

Required Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice and in good standing with the State Bar of California
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience with discovery in the context of litigation

Job Responsibilities :

• Review, draft, and negotiate legal documents
• Coordinate with outside counsel as needed
• Contribute to the management of cases and other matters
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Communicate with external parties on behalf of Meridian's Legal Affairs Team
• Conduct legal research

About Meridian University

Founded over 30 years ago in the San Francisco Bay Area, Meridian University enrolls students globally in its unique hybrid and 100% online graduate degree, certificate, and public programs. The University offers master's and doctoral programs in Psychology, Education, and Business with diverse concentrations available within each of these programs. Meridian's integrated, innovative curriculum is designed to be experiential and transformative.

Meridian graduates are engaged in varied professional contexts that include coaching, psychotherapy, organizational development, facilitation, social healing, social entrepreneurship, and transformative leadership.

Meridian's graduate programs are available in two formats, hybrid and 100% online. This model supports students who are working professionals and balancing other life commitments to move forward towards their personal and professional future.

Meridian is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission and approved by the US Department of Education for participation in the Federal Student Aid program. WASC is the Department of Education-recognized regional accreditor for such schools as the University of California at Berkeley, UCLA, and Stanford University. Meridian's licensable degrees have been recognized by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and Board of Psychology for over 25 years.

How to Apply

Use the Meridian Careers site at http://careers.meridianuniversity.edu to apply. A cover letter and resume are required. The cover letter should extrapolate how your skills and interests would support the stated job responsibilities.

Please do not call, email, or drop-in regarding your application. We cannot respond to all applications due to the volume received.

Meridian is committed to diversity across all criteria-of-difference in its staff, faculty, and students through affirmative hiring policies and practices as well as global availability of positions and educational offerings.