Associate Litigation Attorney

THRIVE HR CONSULTING • CA

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About The Position

Thrive HR Consulting is exclusively recruiting for the following opportunity. Kulik Gottesman Siegel & Ware LLP is a full-service law firm that handles complex legal matters for many different types of clients, from individuals and small businesses to a variety of Fortune 500 companies, insurance carriers, entrepreneurial enterprises and non-profit organizations. The firm concentrates on litigation and general counsel work involving real property owners, homeowners associations and businesses. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their fields and have become trusted business advisers at identifying potential risks and maximizing business opportunities. Our firm’s partners have extensive trial experience. KGSW has been recognized by clients and by industry media for its leadership in its’ litigation and general counsel practices. For the past four consecutive years, five of the firm’s partners have been selected as “Southern California Super Lawyers,” by Los Angeles Magazine and Law & Politics and has been awarded the AV Preeminent Rating amongst its peers for the highest level of professional excellence.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of solid litigation experience.
• Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Fully licensed with CA Bar admission.
• Experience drafting and editing pleadings, briefs and written discovery.
• Experience preparing for and conducting depositions, and preparing for trial is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional analytical skills.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Prepare for and take/defend depositions.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions and other court filings.
• Effectively communicate with clients and the managing attorney(s) to understand the client’s concerns and provide sound legal advice.
• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting the firm’s clients.
• Strong written and critical thinking skills that lead to comprehensive and persuasive writings.
• Communicate clearly and logically (both orally and in writing) with clients, courts, and other counsel.
• Organize and manage documents from multiple sources in the course of multi-district and other complex litigation.
• Ability to handle complex problems utilizing initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.
• Work both independently and as a contributing team member.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive total rewards package including medical and dental insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree