Associate Attorney needed for Oakland office

A law firm in Oakland, CA, is seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience. The candidate must be licensed to practice law in California and will be responsible for handling various legal matters under the supervision of senior attorneys. The firm offers full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and secured parking on-site.

Duties:

• Assist senior attorneys in managing caseload and legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Participate in case strategy meetings and assist in developing litigation strategies.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings as required.
• Review and analyze legal documents and contracts.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation.
• Handle administrative tasks related to legal matters as assigned.

Requirements:

• Admission to the California State Bar is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong academic background with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with litigation procedures and case management software is preferred.

Benefits Offered:

• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Secured parking on-site.

Established a few years ago in the heart of Oakland, CA, this practice has a highly amount of expertise in litigation. Their main cases involve employment, products, insurance coverage, and construction. They often handle business cases that focus on the financial side. Some corporate clients that they work with are the city of Oakland, city of Piedmont, Commerce West Insurance Company, First Group America, Marriott International, Inc., and many more. The list is always growing.