Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with substantial experience in real estate litigation to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role focuses on real estate disputes and litigation while supporting other litigation practices within the firm. The ideal candidate will have over six years of experience in real estate disputes and litigation, with additional experience in business litigation considered advantageous.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and prepare legal documents.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Over six years of litigation experience with a focus on real estate litigation.
• Strong working knowledge of the California code of civil procedure, evidence code, and relevant areas of the civil code and business & professions code.
• Ability to manage cases from inception to resolution with general supervision.
• Ability to independently identify issues and anticipate/recommend strategy in litigation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.
• Effective negotiation and trial preparation skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

This firm's many practice areas include Business & Technology; Mergers & Acquisitions; Litigation; Employment Law; Environmental Law; Estate Planning Trust and Probate; Health Law; International; Nonprofit Law; Professional Liability; Real Estate and Land Use Law; and Tax Law.