Associate Attorney needed for Irvine office

A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team in Irvine, CA.

Job Overview:

The Associate Attorney will work closely with firm members and clients to provide legal counsel and representation in matters including probate, trust, conservatorship administration, and litigation. They will conduct legal research, draft legal documents, represent clients in court, and provide exceptional client service.

Duties:

• Work closely with firm members and clients (in writing, in person, and by telephone) to determine and modify client goals and case strategies.
• Collect evidence to support client positions
• Answer client questions about law, facts, procedures, and case status
• Guide clients through probate, trust, and conservatorship administration, and litigation matters
• Conduct legal research, draft memos, and develop strategies
• Draft various legal documents, including status reports, discovery plans, client letters, opinion letters, demand letters, settlement proposals, petitions, declarations, motions, and settlement & trial briefs
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, third-party witnesses, and experts
• Propound and respond to form and special interrogatories, requests for documents, and requests for admission
• Subpoena records from third parties and witnesses scheduled to appear at trial
• Summarize discovery
• Make court appearances
• Participate in settlement conferences, present evidence, advise clients on the strengths and weaknesses of their cases, and analyze probable outcomes
• Handle bench trials

Requirements:

• Active California Bar member in good standing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective research and writing skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office environment
• Exceptional ability to provide professional, efficient, and friendly client services
• Computer skills, including proficiency in Google Suite

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Benefits Offered:

• Gold-level medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Simple IRA retirement plan (the firm matches your contribution 100% of up to 3% of your salary)
• 10 days of paid vacation
• 7 paid holidays
• 3 paid sick days