Junior Attorney for Business Litigation Firm

JBA•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A prestigious litigation law firm located in Los Angeles that represents clients in trial and appellate litigation worldwide, is seeking a senior attorney, specializing in commercial litigation. The position could be for the right candidate. Our firm is unique in many respects, and we take pride in setting ourselves apart in what has become a highly saturated legal market. The ideal candidate will desire more deposition, law and motion and trial work than he or she is currently performing.

Requirements

At least 2-5 of years experience in litigation, advantageous would be experience in commercial litigation
Outstanding research and advisory skills
Outstanding drafting and negotiation skills
Excellent client management and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a committed team
Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Conducting thorough investigations into client matters, including performing legal research and analysis and sourcing expert opinion.
Drafting and filing pleadings with the appropriate bodies
Conducting thorough discovery and forming a position on the case.
Drafting solid discovery requests, responding to discovery requests and controlling the flow of information regarding the case.
Attend mediation hearings and settlement conferences, when appropriate
Handle cases from inception through trial