Litigation Associate

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP • San Diego, CA

127d • $235,000 - $260,000

About The Position

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is seeking to hire a 2nd-3rd year level associate to join the Litigation practice group in the San Diego office. Candidate should have a strong academic background along with exceptional research, analytical, speaking and writing skills. The candidate will be responsible for handling all aspects of litigation (fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, experts, motions, pretrial, trial, settlement and so on) and developing and maintaining strong business and client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a juris doctorate degree (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Excellent academic record.
• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Strong research, analytical, speaking, and writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and matter management skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation including fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, experts, motions, pretrial, trial, and settlement.
• Develop and maintain strong business and client relationships.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition.
• Draft complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Manage filing and service of pleadings.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Consideration for applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees