Job Title: Attorney

Location: California

Salary/Payrate: $120K - $165K (Associate) & $190K - $225K (Senior), quarterlyy bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: 100% Remote

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required: Yes

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1000 should the person you refer gets hired

JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-BN1

Our client is a mid-sized litigation firm, seeks an experienced Associate Attorney with 3+ years. This is a 100% remote opportunity. The ideal candidate will have experience in various areas of law, including but not limited to Civil, Construction, General Liability Defense, or Insurance Defense.

If you are looking for a higher job title, we are open to hiring attorneys as Senior Associates, Of Counsel, and Partners.

Job Requirements:

• This position requires a California bar license in good standing
• A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school
• A minimum of 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in general liability, Mass Tort, Toxic Tort, Construction Defect, Labor and Employment, and/or any insurance defense litigation.  
• Previous experience should include managing up to 30 cases at once, taking and defending depositions, appearance in court, motion, and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a huge plus; experience mentoring junior Associates a huge plus
• Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
• Be self-motivated and a self-starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Temperament: Ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
• Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers 

Job Responsibilities:

• Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery
• Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested
• Prepare for and attend depositions
• Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial 
• Must be willing and able to bill
• Any other duties as assigned