Civil Lit Defense Attorney

A bit about us:

Our top-tier, multi-state law firm is seeking a talented and experienced Civil Litigation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team. This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact in a well-established firm, handling complex civil litigation defense cases.

This role offers a competitive compensation package and an engaging work environment that promotes professional development and growth.

Why join us?

• Hybrid remote
• Great billable hours
• Friendly team
• Exciting cases
• Great mentorship and collaboration
• Reputable firm

Job Details

What You'll Do In This Growth Role:

1. Representing and advising clients in courts, before government agencies, and in private legal matters.
2. Conducting legal research and gathering evidence to formulate defense strategies.
3. Preparing and drafting legal documents such as pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents.
4. Interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
5. Presenting and summarizing cases to judges and juries.
6. Evaluating findings and developing strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
7. Negotiating settlements of civil disputes.
8. Supervising legal assistants and paralegals, and working collaboratively with the legal team.
9. Maintaining knowledge of current legislation, court decisions, and industry trends to ensure the firm's compliance and competitive position.

Qualifications:

1. A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation defense, commercial litigation, and corporate law.
4. Proven track record of effectively handling complex legal matters and achieving favorable outcomes.
5. Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
6. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
7. Proficient in legal research tools and software.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
10. Experience managing legal assistants and paralegals.
11. Knowledge of legal liability and principles of risk management.

If you are passionate about civil litigation defense and eager to take on challenging cases that make a real difference to our clients, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our reputation for excellence in the legal industry.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.