Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation attorney with general litigation experience to join their team in Oakland, CA. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who thrives on intellectual challenges and enjoys collaborating with a talented team. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a clear path to partnership.

Duties

• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in mediations and trials.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel on litigation strategy and offer legal advice.
• Develop and manage litigation strategies, including complex multi-party discovery.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• California Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills.
• Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases.
• Experience with document preparation and review.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Experience preparing and responding to written discovery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface with clients regularly.
• Ability to negotiate and confer with opposing counsel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desired.
• Proficient with e-discovery software, desired.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• California Bar license in good standing.

Skills

• Outstanding research and analytical skills.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and e-discovery software, desired.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule.
• Collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to support pro bono activities.

This reputed legal practice is located in California and was founded almost 130 years ago. The main areas of concentration at this firm are estates & trusts, franchise, intellectual property, litigation, nonprofit, real estate, tax, labor & employment, business-corporate transactions, land use- environment, and natural resources. It employs a sizable team of knowledgeable attorneys and is dedicated to maintaining diversity at the workplace.