Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Commercial Litigation and Class Action matters to join their growing office in Walnut Creek, California. The ideal candidate has at least 3+ years of experience, maintains positive client contact, observes confidentiality, and is team-oriented.

Duties

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Explain legal options to clients and highlight possible outcomes or threats.
• Build relationships with clients.
• Negotiate, research, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• In good standing and able to practice law in California.
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
• Strong sense of urgency about problem-solving, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals.
• Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and effective.
• Professional and able to communicate well with staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with iManage and/or OneDrive is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Effective communication and negotiation.
• Research and writing proficiency.
• Organizational and detail-oriented.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm.
• Speaking and writing opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Bar expenses paid by the firm.
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.
• 401K Plan.
• Company-provided life insurance up to $150k.
• Company-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• Regular, firmwide socials and events.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306