We are seeking an experienced Junior Associate Attorney to be part of our team. You will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions.
OUR FOCUS
The firm has a strong emphasis in business, real property, construction, products and premises liability, labor and employment, estate planning, intellectual property, personal injury, insurance, bankruptcy, and appellate law. The firm represents clients in a wide variety of litigation and appellate matters, including matters involving real property, real estate finance, construction, development disputes and transactions, intellectual property disputes, business disputes, personal injury, fraud, shareholder disputes, and adversarial actions in bankruptcy court.
OUR CLIENTELE
The firm’s policies of responsive and aggressive representation have helped build a broad base of clientele, from individuals and small local businesses to international corporations. The firm’s ultimate goal is client satisfaction. The firm emphasizes frequent and open communication with clients to ensure that clients’ needs and expectations are fulfilled at every stage of the legal representation.
SKILLS:
Driven, flexible, organized, and able to meet deadlines
Ability to manage your own cases as well as support partners on various complex issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
End-to-end case and litigation management
Prepare and draft legal documents including, declarations, motions, briefs, interrogatories, request for productions, etc.
Propounding and responding to discovery
Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Represent clients in court, depositions, negotiations etc.
Provide case-status updates to partners
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Of 1-3 Years Of Civil Litigation Experience
J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
Licensed by California State Bar and in good standing is required. Bar Licensed in other states is a plus
Ability to build rapport with clients
Company Description
SMITH LC is a full-service civil litigation and business law firm focusing on complex litigation, corporate governance, and transactional work.
It is the unique combination of exceptional attorneys and long-term stability that allows SMITH LC to provide the highest level of legal representation and success in a cost-effective manner and is the reason that top companies and professionals rely on SMITH LC as a trusted business partner.
SMITH LC is a full-service civil litigation and business law firm focusing on complex litigation, corporate governance, and transactional work. It is the unique combination of exceptional attorneys and long-term stability that allows SMITH LC to provide the highest level of legal representation and success in a cost-effective manner and is the reason that top companies and professionals rely on SMITH LC as a trusted business partner.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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