Associate Attorney needed for San Bernardino office

Job Overview: A law firm in San Bernardino, CA, seeks an Associate Attorney who will work directly with the business to ensure all legal matters are handled professionally and efficiently. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and reviewing legal documents, assessing legal needs, reviewing company policies and procedures, and providing legal support to attorneys.

Duties:

• Drafting and reviewing legal documents
• Assessing legal needs and reviewing company policies
• Assisting in the preparation of pleadings, notices, and subpoenas
• Providing legal and administrative support to attorneys
• Reviewing discovery cases and providing updates
• Analyzing conflicts in legal matters and advising clients
• Negotiating settlements with opposing counsel
• Coordinating and preparing administrative reports
• Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of legal documents
• Establishing professional rapport with clients
• Answering client questions

Requirements:

• Currently licensed to practice law in California
• 1 year of experience.
• An active member in good standing with the California Bar Association
• Strong legal knowledge in employment law is preferred
• Organized with excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
• Strong client service orientation
• Exceptional decision-making abilities
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• California Bar Association membership

Skills:

• Legal drafting and reviewing
• Legal analysis and conflict resolution
• Negotiation skills
• Administrative support
• Client relationship management
• Time management
• Decision-making
• Project management
• Verbal and written communication
• Confidentiality management