We are seeking an experienced associate attorney to join our active litigation firm, focusing on general litigation practice and environmental law practice.
If you like the idea of working in a boutique firm with a collaborative work environment, this is the place for you.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on litigation experience, including start to finish case management, complex motion practice, pleadings, discovery, depositions, client communication, managing junior associates, and communicating with supervising partners.
While not required, familiarity with environmental litigation is a plus.
The Firm’s main office is in *Burbank, California* (close to Disney Studios).
*This is a full-time, hybrid option position*, Mon-Fri.
Candidate must be able to reliably commute or be planning to relocate before starting work.
We believe it is important to have the 'in house' interactions to help with work flow and team building, though we do support the hybrid need.
*Attorney Requirements and Qualifications*
* Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
* CA State Bar License
* Civil litigation: Minimum 3-5 years
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written AND oral argument skills
* Strong time management and organizational skills
* Detail-oriented
* Strong computer skills and competency
* Successful candidates will be expected to play an active role in small to high-profile matters
*Preferred, but not Required, Qualifications*
* Environmental law
* Familiarity with bedrock environmental laws, such as CERCLA
* Geology or hydrogeology background
* Trial, class action, toxic tort, and/or environmental regulatory agency experience
* Administrative and managerial experience
*Attorney Duties and Responsibilities*
* Manage discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and analyzing complex documents
* Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings and complex motions
* Perform legal research
* Make court appearances as necessary
* Supervise junior associates and take direction from supervising partners
PAY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
*Benefits:*
* 401(k) with matching
* Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Paid time off
* Collegial work environment, and an enlightened dress policy
* Bonus pay structure
* Hybrid option negotiable
PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME, COVER LETTER
Note: TWO WRITING SAMPLES WILL BE NEEDED IF CONTACTED
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.
00 - $175,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
* Commission pay
Experience:
* Environmental law: 3 years (Preferred)
* Civil Litigation: 3 years (Preferred)
* Toxic Tort: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CA State Bar License (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burbank, CA 91505
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