Law and Motion Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Law and Motion Attorney in Glendale, CA. The firm is looking for a dedicated professional with over five years of research and writing experience, such as a research attorney in superior or federal court or an appellate attorney. The candidate must be a current member of the California State Bar in good standing.

Duties

• Draft and oppose motions throughout the litigation process, including challenges to pleadings and discovery motions.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on motions in limine, pre- and post-trial motions.
• Contribute to case strategy with trial attorneys.
• Conduct research and write on emerging legal issues.
• Engage in legal research, discovery, and law and motion practice.

Requirements

• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent research abilities.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

Preferred qualifications

• Appellate experience.
• Experience as a research attorney.
• Experience presenting oral arguments in court is not necessary.
• Admission to Federal Court.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.

Skills

• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent research abilities.
• Detail-oriented.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA health and dependent care.
• Employee assistance program.
• Long-term disability, life, and AD/D insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.

This firm has two offices located in Los Angeles and Orange County, California. This firm specializes in civil litigations, and other areas it specializes in are elder and dependent adult abuse, defense of medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury cases, all claims arising under person and commercial insurance lines, and employment claims. This firm believes in working together as a team, and believes that each employee contributes directly to the growth of the firm and the success of clients. Employees of this firm are talented and motivated, as well as dedicated to helping clients. The environment of this firm is conducive to both professional and personal growth for employees.