What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Direct Counsel?
A boutique law firm in Agoura Hills, CA has a unique opportunity for a mid-level attorney for a litigation and corporate/transactional position. Ideal candidates will have a litigation background and have a desire to join a litigation and corporate/transactional practice with a great law firm that has a diverse practice. The opportunity offers an excellent environment with upward advancement.
Responsibilities:
- 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:
- 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: $145,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Agoura Hills, CA 91301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $145,000 - $160,000
