Associate Attorney - Mid-Level (Attorney Ii)

JBA International • Los Angeles, CA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

A reputable consumer rights law firm is seeking a mid-level litigation associate to advocate for California consumers pursuing claims against car manufacturers and car dealers. The role is based in the Century City office and offers immediate experience in multiple phases of litigation, including written discovery, law and motion, oral argument, depositions, and trial preparation. The attorney will work closely with and receive mentorship from Knight Law Partners and Senior Attorneys. An exceptional candidate may quickly grow into assisting with higher-stakes depositions and trial preparation, as well as second-chairing trials. The position involves managing competing priorities and the needs of internal and firm clients, using aggressive discovery-driven litigation tactics, and serving the public interest.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the California Bar.
• At least 1 to 5 years of litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney.
• Genuine interest in consumer protection and representation.
• Collaborative and willing to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, Westlaw, and Outlook.
• Skilled and decisive problem-solver with the ability to unravel complex issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to track and comply with deadlines in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Willing to learn and apply technology solutions and work in a paperless environment.
• Willing to travel within California as needed for court appearances, vehicle inspections, and depositions.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish.
• Hunger for professional growth and a “no job is too big or too small” mentality.

Responsibilities

• Draft written discovery and review discovery responses and document productions.
• Participate in e-discovery review of documents.
• Draft motions related to written discovery disputes, responses to pleading challenges, oppositions to Motions for Summary Adjudication, and other motions that further clients’ claims against car manufacturers and dealers.
• Prepare for and participate in oral arguments concerning discovery disputes, pleading challenges, case management conferences, summary judgment motions, and ex parte requests.
• Prepare clients for and defend consumer client depositions.
• Depose percipient witnesses and defense corporate representatives.
• Prepare expert witnesses and attend expert depositions.
• Attend vehicle inspections with expert witnesses.
• Report and bill hours worked in a timely manner.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the Partners.

Benefits

• Attractive and competitive compensation package.
• HMO/PPO medical plans.
• PPO dental plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with contributions up to 10%.
• 529 plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Comprehensive training by senior-level attorneys and partners.
• Weekly breakfast provided for staff.
• Hybrid work schedule: optional work from home Monday and Friday; mandatory in-office Tuesday through Thursday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree