Law and Motion Attorney - Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Law and Motion Attorney - Associate in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves drafting substantive motions and appellate briefs, including motions for summary judgment, and assisting with litigation tasks related to research, writing, law, and motion.

Duties

• Stay abreast of changes in laws and precedents to ensure the accuracy and relevance of legal arguments.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of statutes, regulations, and case law to develop persuasive legal arguments.
• Draft, file, and argue legal briefs and memoranda in state and federal courts.
• Prepare and respond to pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs.
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings and work with senior attorneys to provide legal advice.
• Regularly communicate with partners, associates, paralegals, clients, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current California bar admission, in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
• Excellent writer with attention to detail.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Must be a team player with exceptional personal interaction skills and responsiveness.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of current state and federal procedures.
• Must be comfortable handling court appearances.
• Trial experience is preferred, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Current California bar admission, in good standing.

Skills

• Excellent writing and attention to detail.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Understanding of current state and federal procedures.

Benefits

• Annual Subjective Bonus.
• Annual Business Origination Bonus.
• Annual Objective Bonus for Hours Billed over 1850.
• Annual 401k Contributions by the Firm.
• Annual Profit-Sharing Contributions by the Firm.
• Wellness Benefit Reimbursement.
• Cell Phone/Internet Stipend.
• Paid Parking/Transportation.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 11 Paid Firm Holidays.
• Paid Jury Duty.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, Catastrophic Disability Leave.
• 100% Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for Associate.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care.
• Paid Bar Dues.
• Paid/Firm-Sponsored Continuing Legal Education to meet State requirements.
• Employee Assistance 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