🚀 Civil Litigation Associate

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Overview

An established San Mateo law firm is currently seeking a Full-Time Civil Litigation Attorney to independently oversee the day-to-day file handling. The Civil Litigation Attorney candidate must have experience in all phases of litigation, including taking party and expert depositions, drafting summary judgments and trial preparation. The attorney will support the Partner and other associates in file handling, appearances, depositions, discovery, calendaring and scheduling. As an associate attorney you will also delegate tasks to the Paralegals, Client Service Coordinator, Clerical and File Assistants. This position is a full-time position. The Civil Litigation Attorney participates in the firm’s overall mission by providing cost-effective legal services. The ideal candidate is a person who can work independently, meets deadlines and can make our customer experience a great one. The firm was founded in 1953 and is based in San Mateo, providing civil litigation, business and wealth preservation services.

We value company culture and have many firm activities including weekly firm lunches to maintain a professional yet comfortable work environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Charismatic, trustworthy, team player and pro-active
• Mature, responsible and someone who values personal growth
• Able to take the big picture view and contribute to positive situation outcomes
• High attention to detail, common sense approach and need little supervision
• Self-starter who will go the extra mile
• Able to handle the pressure
• Willingness to work outside typical hours, as necessary

Essential Functions

• Initial case analysis of claims and investigation file
• Written status reporting of file, including analysis of how discovered information and procedure affect case
• Preparation/Review of pleadings, law and motion (particularly Motions for Summary Judgment)
• Prepare case management conference statements, appearing at case management conferences
• Prepare briefs and attend ADR proceedings
• Legal Research
• Prepare Motions, draft Points and authorities, Declarations of attorneys

Subject Matter Experience Preferred

• Public Entity defense work including dangerous condition of public property, negligent conduct of government employees, Civil Rights 1983 Actions
• Automobile and Premises Liability Defense
• Commercial General Liability Defense
• Probate and Trust Litigation

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Qualifications

• Must be a member of California Bar
• Graduate of accredited law school
• Experience: 3+ years in a legal environment
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and evidence
• Understanding of trial litigation practices and procedures; research, writing and analysis
• Knowledge of California Discovery Statutes (Discovery, Motion practice)
• Ability to prepare litigation budget
• Knowledge of California Personal Injury Liens, Medicare or Howell a plus
• Knowledge of Trust and Probate litigation a plus
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Proficient computing skills (MS Office)
• Proficient in using Clio or other Case Management Software
• Proficient in using Acrobat
• Proficient in using legal billing software
• Proficient in HotDocs base programs
• Proficient in Electronic Filing in Federal Courts
• Dragon Naturally Speaking software

Compensation

• Total compensation: $90,000 – $150,000
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus, 1550 minimum billed hours
• Benefits include 401k with match, profit sharing pension plan, medical benefits, supplemental dental, vision, life and disability, vacation, sick leave, and continuing education reimbursement

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.