Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Litigation Attorney in Oakland, California, to assist K-12 schools and community colleges in overcoming a wide range of legal challenges. The role involves providing essential legal support to educational institutions, helping them navigate complex legal issues.

Duties

• Manage a full caseload independently, handling cases from start to finish.
• Draft and argue motions, including summary judgment.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and clients.

Requirements

• 6-10+ years of litigation experience, ideally covering the full spectrum of civil litigation.
• California Bar Admission is required.
• Experience in insurance defense and public entity defense is beneficial.
• Federal court and trial experience is preferred but not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions.
• Reasonable billable hours and annual billable hour bonuses.

This firm works with many of California's educational institutions and related agencies. They are relatively new, founded less than a decade ago. They now have over 60 attorneys thoughout the state of California.