Associate Attorney (Statutes Department)

BD&J•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$120,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $2 billion for our clients. We are currently seeking an experienced Statutes Attorney to join our legal team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong understanding of statutes of limitations, legal deadlines, and case filing requirements in personal injury law. The Statutes Attorney will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal deadlines, overseeing the accurate filing of cases, and advising the legal team on statute-related matters. This is a full-time, onsite position at our Los Angeles headquarters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in California
1+ years of experience in personal injury law or a related legal field
Strong understanding of statutes of limitations, legal deadlines, and case filing requirements
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to interpret and apply complex legal statutes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of paralegals and legal assistants who track and monitor statutes of limitations for ongoing cases
Oversee the timely and accurate filing of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable deadlines
Provide guidance and training to paralegals and legal assistants on statute-related matters and deadlines
Research and interpret statutes of limitations, tolling, and other legal time-sensitive matters in personal injury cases
Advise attorneys on statute-related issues, including extensions, tolling, and legal remedies
Review case files to ensure compliance with filing deadlines and statutes of limitations
Maintain an up-to-date master list of statutes and deadlines for active cases, collaborating with the legal team to ensure accuracy
Assist in developing strategies to manage and minimize risks related to statutes of limitations and filing deadlines
Monitor and manage case progress to avoid missed deadlines, collaborating with other legal teams to ensure timely filings