Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in litigation is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Tiburon, CA. The ideal candidate will possess 1-2 years of California civil litigation experience and will be responsible for handling various trial preparation and case management tasks.

Duties:

• Work on litigation cases and assignments, preparing for trial and/or settlement
• Collaborate with insurance carriers, attending court appearances, depositions, and client meetings
• Draft and respond to letters, discovery requests, motions, etc.
• Independently maintain a caseload, advancing cases procedurally and prioritizing deadlines
• Conduct legal research, issue spotting, and draft legal documents such as memos, pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Provide strategy and recommendations for case defense
• Maintain professionalism at all times

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of California civil litigation experience
• Experience in Civil Litigation in CA Superior Court
• Experience in mediations, depositions, attending court appearances, and oral argument
• Ability to review and summarize medical records preferred
• JD degree
• Admission to California Bar in good standing

Skills:

• Self-starter with accountability and punctuality
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Proficient in legal research and writing
• Creative problem solver

Education and Certifications:

• JD degree
• Admission to California Bar in good standing

Committed to providing aggressive cost-effective, and result-oriented representation, this firm specializes in malpractice defense, business litigation, and employee relations. The firm defends doctors in matters ranging from Labor Commissioner actions, whistleblower claims, gender-based claims, and traditional wrongful termination claims. The firm has one of the most successful track records in winning jury trials and arbitrations in medical and dental malpractice cases. The firm consists of a diverse team of experienced lawyers for legal representation within the medical, dental, and ophthalmology fields.,