Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an energetic and dedicated Associate Attorney in Costa Mesa, CA. The ideal candidate will have recently passed the California bar exam or be scheduled to take it soon. This role involves managing a high volume of workers' compensation cases and requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to work collaboratively with legal staff.

Duties

• Manage a high volume of workers' compensation cases from inception through resolution.
• Collaborate with legal assistants and paralegals, providing direction as needed.
• Negotiate and settle cases efficiently, prioritizing clients' best interests.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with clear communication.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining responsiveness.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings as necessary.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.

Requirements

• Recently passed the California bar exam or scheduled to take it soon.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent negotiation and settlement skills.
• Ability to manage and work well with legal assistants and paralegals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly responsive and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and be trained in workers' compensation law.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar License (recently passed or pending).

Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and settlement skills.
• Effective communication and client relationship management.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.

Company info

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