Associate - Trial & Defense
reputed company is seeking a litigation associate to work with their practice focused on the defense of reputed company product liability reputed company and reputed company disputes. The role involves taking depositions, drafting pleadings, and conducting legal research among other responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Taking depositions, attending hearings, and mediations as required
- Drafting pleadings and briefs
- Preparing correspondence to colleagues and clients
- Conducting legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis
- Drafting interrogatories and document demands
- Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation
- Submitting filings to the court
Skills
- 1 - 4 years of experience in litigation
- J.D./LLM
- Admission to practice in California is required
- reputed company litigation experience is required
- Asbestos/toxic tort experience is ideal
- Court room experience including motions is required
- Trial experience is required
- Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
- Flexible Paid Time Off – Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
- Performance Bonuses – Earn up to 35% of your annual reputed company salary through our annual incentive compensation plan.
- Student Debt Repayment - Eligible attorneys receive a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a reputed company higher education student loan.
- Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to reputed company.
- Mentorship & Career Growth – reputed company strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
- Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting reputed company events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
- Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for reputed company parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
- Global Mobility Program – Participate in client-facing events across reputed company America and explore our international offices.
- Career Development: reputed company regional and global associate training and career development programs.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and reputed company coverage for you and your family.
- Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.
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