Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney to join its business litigation practice group in Palo Alto, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial litigation and the ability to manage multiple high-level assignments effectively.

Duties

• Handle complex commercial litigation cases.
• Draft and review legal documents with superior writing skills.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Produce high-quality legal work consistently.

Requirements

• 2 years of significant commercial litigation experience in a comparable law firm.
• Proven ability to multi-task and produce intelligent work product.
• High level of academic achievement from a law school institution.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Superior writing and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care for dependents.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• 10 paid holidays annually.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.