Transactional Attorney

Lawyers for Justice, PC; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partially paid top-tier health plan

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Potential bonus pay

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in California is seeking an experienced Transactional Attorney to negotiate and draft complex settlement agreements. The ideal candidate is licensed in California and possesses strong negotiation skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and excellent opportunities for professional growth within a collegial environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in California or pending admission to the California bar.
• Positive attitude and interest in joining a highly successful firm.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, review, and revise various contracts.
• Monitor class action administrators to ensure compliance with court instructions.
• Manage approval motions for class action settlements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting and reviewing contracts

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

Overview

Transactional Attorney

Lawyers for Justice is currently seeking a Transactional/Contract Attorneys to join our growing team. Working with our client base, you will be responsible for leading the efforts associated with negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and revising complex settlement agreements in class action matters, seeking court approval of settlements pursuant to the terms and conditions contained in the agreements and working with class action administrators to ensure that the settlements are properly administered.

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Main Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, review and revise various contracts, including class actions settlement agreements;
• Negotiate, draft, review, and revise class action notices, claim forms and other related documents;
• Negotiate, draft, review, and revise motions for approval of class action settlements; and
• Monitor class action administrators to ensure that they are carrying out their responsibilities pursuant to the court’s instructions.

Hiring Criteria

• Licensed to practice law in California or pending admission to the California bar.
• Candidates must be able to travel occasionally.
• A positive attitude and interest in joining a highly successful firm and collegial group of 25+ attorneys dedicated to helping those who have experienced injustice in the workplace across California.
• The firm offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Benefits include partially paid top-tier health plan, 401(k) with employer match contribution, paid vacation, and potential bonus pay.
• Excellent opportunity for career growth, with professional development, including employer support for training, courses, and continuing education.

Job Type: Full-time

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal, Administrative, and Other

Industries

• Law Practice and Legal Services