Staff Attorney

McDowell Hetherington LLP; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

McDowell Hetherington LLP, a commercial litigation firm, seeks a staff attorney in its Oakland office to develop an insurance coverage practice and work closely with partners on sophisticated matters. The role offers a salary of $150,000–$195,000 plus a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits, with actual compensation based on experience.

Requirements include JD and California Bar, 2+ years of relevant litigation experience, in-person work, strong research and writing skills, and the

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and California Bar admission.
• At least 2 years of relevant litigation or insurance coverage or commercial litigation experience.
• Work in person full time.
• Experience analyzing insurance coverage issues.
• Experience reviewing commercial contracts.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of documents into concise analyses.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare coverage opinions, memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Analyze legal issues involving commercial litigation and insurance coverage.
• Review commercial contracts and insurance policies.
• Assist with discovery, document review, and case management.
• Prepare deposition, mediation, and trial materials.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and experts.
• Coordinate projects while managing competing deadlines.
• Perform other litigation support as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar admission

Job description

McDowell Hetherington LLP, a commercial litigation firm of over 60 attorneys with a nationwide practice, is seeking candidates for a staff attorney position in its Oakland office. This position offers the opportunity to work on and develop a sophisticated insurance coverage practice and may provide opportunities for expanded responsibilities based on performance and firm needs. Attorney will work directly with partners on sophisticated insurance coverage matters and complex commercial litigation. McDowell Hetherington LLP offers a competitive salary of $150,000-$195,000 annually, plus eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree and California Bar admission
• At least 2 years of relevant litigation or legal experience. Candidates with substantial insurance coverage or commercial litigation experience are encouraged to apply
• Work in person full time
• Experience analyzing insurance coverage issues
• Experience reviewing commercial contracts
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of documents into concise analyses
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Day to Day Duties:

• Conduct legal research and prepare coverage opinions, memoranda, pleadings, and motions
• Analyze legal issues involving commercial litigation and insurance coverage
• Review commercial contracts and insurance policies
• Assist with discovery, document review, and case management
• Prepare deposition, mediation, and trial materials
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and experts
• Coordinate projects while managing competing deadlines
• Perform other litigation support as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

MH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, which may include the individual’s hair and grooming), ethnicity, color, religion (including reasonable accommodation of religious beliefs, observances, or practices), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, medical leave or other types of protected leave (including requesting or taking approved leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or applicable state leave act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, lawful off-duty cannabis use (California employees only), and any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal antidiscrimination law covering employment. In addition to federal law requirements, MH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.