Bilingual Junior Associate Civil Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a driven Junior Associate Civil Litigation Attorney in San Diego, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a Managing Civil Litigation Attorney, gaining hands-on experience in business litigation and transactions. Probate experience is a plus but not required. The candidate should be eager to learn and grow into a second-chair role, with aspirations of becoming an exceptional trial attorney.

Duties

• Engage in direct client communications and case management.
• Conduct legal research, draft memoranda, and prepare briefs.
• Draft pleadings, manage discovery, and engage in motion practice.
• Participate in mediation, settlement negotiations, and depositions.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, bench trials, and jury trials.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of litigation experience; recent graduates with clerkship or internship experience encouraged to apply.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Familiarity with business disputes, corporate formalities, and general civil litigation.
• Probate law experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Direct mentorship and training from an experienced litigation attorney.
• Opportunity to litigate cases early in your career.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Health insurance eligibility after 30 days.
• Casual, welcoming atmosphere in a professional downtown setting.

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