Litigation Discovery Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a licensed California attorney with expertise in litigation discovery. The ideal candidate should possess a profound understanding of the litigation life cycle, advanced knowledge of discovery rules and procedures, and familiarity with e-discovery best practices and document review platforms like Everlaw, Disco, and Relativity.

Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive legal research related to discovery matters and provide insightful analysis.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Develop and implement effective discovery strategies in collaboration with litigation teams.
• Engage in discovery motion practice, including drafting and arguing motions related to discovery disputes.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to facilitate efficient and cost-effective discovery processes.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed California attorney in good standing.
• Demonstrated expertise in the litigation life-cycle, with a focus on discovery processes.
• In-depth knowledge of discovery rules and procedures.
• Familiarity with e-discovery best practices and proficiency in document review platforms like Everlaw, Disco, and Relativity.
• Excellent research, writing, communication, and organizational skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a legal team.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.