Senior Associate Attorney needed for San Diego office

Job Overview: A law firm in San Diego, CA, seeks a Senior Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of experience. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, team-oriented, and a self-starter. They must possess excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills, a professional demeanor, and a strong work ethic. The ability to handle emotional clients with empathy and positivity is essential.

Duties:

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Prepare legal documents, such as contracts, deeds, pleadings, and affidavits.
• Conduct legal research and analysis of legal issues.
• Provide legal advice to clients on various matters.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Attend meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Manage and supervise junior associates and legal staff.
• Maintain client confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• 5-7 years of experience practicing law, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of legal principles and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle emotional clients with empathy and positivity.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Courtroom advocacy and litigation skills.
• Contract drafting and negotiation.
• Client counseling and communication.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Leadership and team management.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ethical and professional conduct.

This law firm specializes in matters related to divorce law. Their areas of practice include child support, military divorce, spousal support, business valuation, DCSS, contempt, guardianships, stepparent adoption, post-judgement litigation, and more. The firm is located in San Diego, CA.