Direct Counsel is looking for a newly admitted or junior attorney for a litigation position. Ideal candidates will have a litigation background and have a desire to join a litigation practice with a great law firm that has a diverse practice. The opportunity offers an excellent environment with upward advancement.

Responsibilities of the Litigation position:

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims on legal and factual issues.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Responsible for the prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Conduct trial prep and assist in preparing and presenting witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.

Qualifications of the Litigation position:

• Motivated with the desire to achieve top level results
• The ability to work well with a team as well as work well independently

Compensation:

• Competitive salary, bonuses and benefits

Job Type:

• Full-time - Hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you admitted to practice law in the state of CA?

Ability to Relocate:

• Burbank, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person