Mid to Senior-level Litigation Attorney

A law firm located in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Mid to Senior-level Litigation Attorney with 6-8 years of experience. The successful candidate will handle complex litigation cases, collaborating with a team of legal professionals to provide top-notch representation to clients. They will be responsible for conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, preparing for trial, and participating in client meetings, depositions, and negotiations.

Duties:

• Handle complex and challenging litigation cases, representing clients in a variety of legal matters.
• Collaborate with a team of legal professionals to develop case strategies and achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Conduct legal research, analyze legal issues, and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for trial, including trial preparation, witness interviews, and evidence gathering.
• Participate in client meetings, depositions, negotiations, and court hearings.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest legal developments and effectively communicate with clients and opposing counsel.
• Analyze, research, and draft briefs addressing sophisticated legal issues on complex litigation, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment, class certification motions, writs, and appeals.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and documentation is organized.
• Present cases effectively in the courtroom, demonstrating familiarity with courtroom procedures.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 6-8 years of experience in litigation.
• Active license to practice law in California and in good standing with the CA State Bar.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents.
• Trial preparation experience, including case strategy development, witness interviews, and evidence gathering.
• Familiarity with courtroom procedures and effective presentation skills.
• Excellent case management skills, with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a team of legal professionals.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client representation.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced work environment.

Representing clients throughout California for over three decades, this full-service law firm serves public agency clients. The firm helps clients with land use and zoning, personnel and labor, environment, affordable housing, elections, condemnation, police, civil rights, public finance, and other public-related matters. Committed to building long-lasting relationships with clients, the highly experienced team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff provides the highest quality of legal service and representation in public law. The firm fosters a collaborative work environment where everybody is passionate and focuses on clients' needs. With offices throughout California, the firm is an equal opportunity employer and is proud of the workforce's diversity.