Senior Associate - Trial and Defense

Profile

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with over six years of litigation experience to join its trial and defense team in Los Angeles. This role involves defending public and private entities in high-exposure matters, including employment disputes, personal injuries, commercial disputes, and class actions. The candidate should be proactive, motivated, and organized, with excellent research and writing skills.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
• Draft and respond to discovery
• Review and analyze documents for production
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions
• Attend hearings and argue motions
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial
• Report effectively to clients

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school
• Admission to the bar in California
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Effective oral advocacy
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California

Skills

• Strong research and writing abilities
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Flexible paid time off
• Performance bonuses
• Student debt repayment assistance
• Referral rewards
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives
• Wellbeing benefits including wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Inclusive parental leave
• Global mobility program

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306