Overview of Position - Kenny Law Group P.C. is seeking an associate attorney with 3-5 years of litigation practice to join the firm on a fully remote hybrid basis (with ability to appear in court as necessary/meet clients in person, etc., within OC/LA/Riverside/SD) part time with serious potential for growth within the firm. Current hourly need is roughly 20-25+ hours weekly billable to KLG Clients. KLG serves a wide breadth of clients throughout California with a focus on complex business litigation/transactions, real estate litigation/transactions, corporate law, and start-up/business consultancy, generally. The position entails working directly with the managing attorney and senior paralegal, handling your own matters with attorney oversight, assisting with firm case management, generally, and heavy legal research and writing (including all pleadings, discovery, motions, trial, etc.).
Work cohesively with team and attorneys to provide efficient support of all matters and superior client service and communications. The ideal candidate needs to be efficient and quick on their feet with the keen ability to shift focus if needed and work well under pressure and definitive deadlines. They also need to be able to produce high quality work product for review within a reasonable timeframe as would a similar attorney conducting such tasks.
Responsibilities:
Independent case management and oversight from inception to completion.
Ability to conduct independent client correspondence and uphold the professionalism and candor the firm expects and requires.
Prepare entirety of requisite legal documents throughout litigation as necessary and required.
Exemplary legal research and legal writing skills required with ability to quickly and efficiently review relevant practice guides and law with quick drafting turnaround with minimal revisions necessary to file.
Coordinate and review final court documents prior to filing.
Attend hearings and trials, assisting in all aspects and details of both when necessary.
Other duties as assigned by attorney and senior paralegal as necessary.
Qualifications:
Active CA State Bar License in Good Standing
CA civil business litigation experience is required , with focus on the keen ability to draft all aspects of pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, memorandum, etc. Real estate, corporate law, and construction defect litigation experience a plus.
Knowledgeable of both state and federal court rules on filing procedures, including experience working on e-filing systems such as OneLegal and Pacer.
Excellent computer skills - proficient in full Microsoft Office Suite, inclusive of Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Efficient & effective writing skills - excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Able to work with minimal supervision exercising good judgment and decision making without micromanagement and showcase ability to bill for all time as is required.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Able to meet the firm's minimum weekly billing requirements in timely fashion based on matters and assignments provided.
Must be efficient, accurate, flexible, timely, and have excellent attention to detail.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Team player and a positive attitude is a must - must like to laugh and get to business when necessary.
Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus, but not at all required.
Part-time to start, with absolute potential for full time based on firm need, fit, and abilities. This is a permanent non-exempt independent contractor position providing 20-25 hours of direct to KLG client billable work a week. However, there is also the potential to convert to exempt employment depending on fit, ability, and firm needs, with many options such as health benefits, profit sharing, origination compensation, and discretionary bonuses based on performance.
Hybrid remote position with flexible hours throughout day as long as work/tasks are being completed timely and billed using billing software. In addition to regularly scheduled hours, this position requires the ability to work potentially non-standard hours on occasion, which often cannot be predicted in advance. We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience and serious potential to grow with the firm. Please submit non-indeed resume, cover letter, and three writing samples (inclusive of all documents drafted in reference thereto) for review and consideration. Thank you.