General Liability Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney for its Walnut Creek, CA location. The General Liability Associate Attorney will handle local and national accounts throughout California. They will independently manage a litigation caseload, conduct depositions, prepare witnesses for deposition and trial, review and analyze discovery requests, and prepare court filings. The ideal candidate will have experience in product liability, transportation, aviation, or premises liability.

Duties:

• Handle local and national accounts throughout California
• Independently manage a litigation caseload
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
• Review and analyze discovery requests
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel, including experience with e-filing
• Assist with trial preparation and support
• Maintain accurate time records

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state of California
• 2+ years of experience in product liability, transportation, aviation, or premises liability
• Experience with motion practice and depositions
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions
• Superior research and writing skills

Education:

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admitted to practice law in the state of California

Skills:

• Litigation management
• Deposition skills
• Legal writing and research
• Case management and organization
• Courtroom advocacy

Benefits:

• Hybrid work environment with potential for fully remote work
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)

The attorneys at this law firm pride themselves in working together to solve various complex issues. Their areas of practice include appellate, asbestos litigation, bankruptcy litigation, business litigation, class litigation, construction litigation, employment litigation, general liability, intellectual property litigation, and more. Their offices are located in California, Delaware, Massachusetts, Missouri, Rhode Island, and Louisiana.