Water Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Water Law Associate Attorney in Bakersfield, California. The role involves working primarily in water resources litigation, public law, and environmental law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and a keen interest in public agency law.

Duties

• Manage active cases, including appearances, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
• Assist senior litigators with complex legal and factual research and case strategy formulation.
• Prepare and review pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
• Supervise and assist with document review for eDiscovery and Public Records Act requests.
• Support transactional and board practice for public agency clients, primarily water agencies.

Requirements

• Minimum two years of litigation experience; four years preferred.
• Ability to manage a case from filing to trial, including all phases of litigation.
• Familiarity with California public agency law is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Education

• Juris Doctor and license to practice in California.

Certifications

• License to practice law in California.

Skills

• Proficiency with Westlaw, Deadline Assistant, Everlaw, and ShareFile is preferred.
• Resourcefulness and adaptability in problem-solving.

Benefits

• Bonuses and benefits package.

Since over seven decades ago, this law firm has offered trustworthy legal representation to individuals, public agencies, and businesses. Their areas of practice include water rights, business law, agricultural law, oil and gas, and employment and labor law. The firm is located in California.