Associate Attorney

ALESHIRE & WYNDER LLP • Fresno, CA

156d

About The Position

The position involves covering a wide array of practice areas including Cannabis, Code Enforcement, Contracts & Public Works, Economic Development, Education, Elections, Energy & Utilities, Environment & Natural Resources, Ethics & Open Government, Franchises, Housing, Labor & Employment, Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Mining, Mobile home Parks & Rent Control, Property Acquisition & Takings, Public Agency Organization, Public Finance, Public Safety, Real Estate, Risk Management & Torts, Telecommunications, Toxics & Hazardous Waste and Water. The attorney will research and analyze the law on complex issues and write briefs for submission to Supervising Attorney(s). Responsibilities include analyzing and summarizing complicated legal documents, performing discovery, due diligence, advising clients, representing clients in court, and developing strategies for case presentations. The attorney will also supervise Legal Secretaries and Paralegals as needed and maintain compliance with company policies.

Requirements

• Must be a member of the California State Bar.
• 2+ years' experience as a practicing attorney preferred.
• Ability to handle a high case load and willingness to meet personally with clients.
• Municipal Law experience a plus.
• Prior court appearance, written discovery, and deposition experience a plus.
• Experience in all phases of litigation process.
• Ability to effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong propensity for people and detail.
• Adaptable to changing priorities; flexible.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel, clients, other counsel, and vendors.
• Complete knowledge of local and Federal Rules of Court.
• Trial support and presentation experience a plus.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion.

Nice To Haves

• Municipal Law experience.
• Trial support and presentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Cover a wide array of practice areas including Cannabis, Code Enforcement, Contracts & Public Works, Economic Development, Education, Elections, Energy & Utilities, Environment & Natural Resources, Ethics & Open Government, Franchises, Housing, Labor & Employment, Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Mining, Mobile home Parks & Rent Control, Property Acquisition & Takings, Public Agency Organization, Public Finance, Public Safety, Real Estate, Risk Management & Torts, Telecommunications, Toxics & Hazardous Waste and Water.
• Research and analyze the law on complex issues and write briefs for submission to Supervising Attorney(s).
• Analyze and summarize complicated legal documents, including contracts, and suggest alterations.
• Perform discovery of various electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.
• Perform due diligence in legal matters concerning contracts and agreements.
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, and legal rights and obligations.
• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments for case presentations.
• Gather evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
• Search for and examine public and other legal records to write opinions or identify complexities.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify bases for legal proceedings.
• Maintain communication with clients concerning representation.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Supervise Legal Secretaries and Paralegals as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees