Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Associate Attorney in Hermosa Beach, California, offering a hybrid work schedule. This position involves managing a diverse range of civil litigation matters, providing opportunities to work on complex cases with direct client interaction and significant responsibility.

Duties

• Manage civil litigation matters in areas such as employment, commercial disputes, professional liability, premises liability, and directors and officers defense.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation and provide trial support.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Attend court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and site inspections.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in employment or commercial litigation preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple phases of litigation.
• Willingness to travel locally as required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Mentorship, training, and professional development programs.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.