Associate Attorney

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Associate Attorney

The candidate will assist senior associates and partners with motions, discovery, depositions, court appearances, trial preparation, and trial. Will attend depositions, meetings, court hearings, and site inspections as directed by client coordinator. Track case status by monitoring weekly personal calendar and by communicating regularly with case manager. Attend weekly round table meeting and calendar meeting. Self-starter capable of responding to discovery requests, drafting and revising legal briefs, preparing witnesses for testimony at depositions and in court, and negotiating and drafting settlement agreements. Keep docket clerks apprised of changes to case calendars by communicating regularly via email. Able to effectively supervise staff and collaborate with other attorneys to successfully complete assignments. Highly motivated, efficient, organized, and laser-focused on the details; able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Enter billable time into computer on a daily basis and meet a minimum billing requirement of 158.34 hours per month net of write downs (1900 per year). Ensure all functions are performed in exact accordance with applicable client guidelines available on the firm intranet. Remain flexible and open to requests for support or assistance outside of the scope of this job description and to other duties as directed by the client coordinators. Will be responsible for sitting, bending, stooping, computer keyboarding, continuous use of the hands, telephone contact, reading, and may require lifting of 25-50 lbs. or more. Work may also require traveling to offsite locations for depositions, collecting records and information, or filing documents with courts. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to manage multiple tasks, in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills to communicate tactfully with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients. Organized, good at prioritizing tasks, and detail-oriented. Must be licensed to practice law in the State

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Bassi Edlin Huie & Blum LLP
Shauna Sinnathamby
333 South Hope Street 40th Floor
Los Angeles
California
United States 90071
Website : http://www.behblaw.com