Associate Attorney
About The Position
Patenaude & Felix, APC, is hiring a full-time Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation team. The role is intended for a new or early-career attorney and offers mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and opportunities for career growth. The firm handles creditors’ rights and banking litigation and represents Fortune 500 companies across California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Colorado. The position supports senior attorneys with civil litigation and related matters. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., onsite, with work-from-home flexibility noted among the firm’s offerings. Occasional travel for court appearances may be required. Candidates must be able to pass a background and drug test, and may be required to complete prescreening tests as part of the hiring process.
Requirements
- Active California Bar license.
- 0 to 2 years of civil litigation experience.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and work collaboratively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort with legal tech systems.
- Occasional travel for court appearances as needed.
- Ability to pass a background and drug test.
- Candidates may be required to complete prescreening tests as part of the hiring process.
Responsibilities
- Support senior attorneys in handling civil litigation and related matters.
- Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and discovery documents.
- Appear in court on routine matters and assist with trial preparation and trials.
- Conduct legal research and stay current with applicable statutes and case law.
- Review case files and assist in developing case strategy.
- Maintain case management systems and ensure accuracy of legal documentation.
- Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel under supervision.
- Collaborate with legal staff to meet deadlines and court requirements.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
- Work-from-home flexibility
- Mentorship and on-the-job training from experienced litigation attorneys
- Career growth opportunities
- No billable hour requirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
