Description Robert Half Legal has partnered with a reputable firm in downtown San Diego on a full time/direct hire associate attorney search. The firm prides themselves on being inclusive as the associates are very tight knit and have great support and mentorship from the partners. Salary for the role is budgeted to 160K. You have the opportunity to join the probate litigation or healthcare litigation team. There will be some opportunity to work remote and the billable hours are manageable at 1800. This is an URGENT hire as the firm has many trials coming up. Responsibilities include:
Develop relationships with clients as you establish legal objectives, explain legal options, provide legal advice, and represent clients in court and mediation
Draft pleadings and discovery for all aspects of a case, including law and motion, discovery motions, propounding discovery, depositions, mediations, and trial
Take depositions of parties, percipient witnesses, and experts
Consultation with, and preparation of, experts
Research and articulate findings based upon research into complex areas of the law to support case strategy and theories to be raised in the litigation. Be able to raise new theories for consideration in cases.
Manage intensive fact discovery in a case including to be able to use and willing to use electronic discovery platforms and wade through ESI issues
Comprehensive and clear reporting to partners and client representatives
Persuasive communication and negotiation with opposing counsel
Requirements
Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California bar
2 – 4 years of civil litigation experience
Possess strong analytical, research, oral, and written communication skills
Highly motivated professional who can take initiative and work independently as well as within a team
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and reprioritize caseload
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