What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Liability Associate Attorney position at Murchison & Cumming, LLP?
Job Summary
Premier AV rated civil litigation firm has an immediate opening for an Associate in General Liability in their Walnut Creek office. Must have ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Responsibilities and Duties
Associates are given meaningful, hands on legal work at every stage of their careers while working closely with other attorneys and Partners. Independently manage a litigation caseload working on cases from beginning to end, including handling court appearances, depositions and communicating with clients. Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a track record of insightful research and persuasive writing abilities. Must also have the ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Qualifications and Skills
- JD from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice in California
- Experienced lawyer with salary commensurate with experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Trial experience is a plus but not required
- Excellent oral advocacy skills and excellent writing skills absolutely required
- Must be able to routinely meet deadlines and be prepared to be responsive to client requests/needs on a daily basis
- State court experience
Culture and Diversity
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community of professionals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender or gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, diverse abilities, or Veteran status. With these different backgrounds come different approaches, ideas and perspectives, which we believe is how an organization grows and thrives.
Benefits
In addition to a collegial working environment that offers training, mentorship and support to help develop your career toward partnership, we offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
- Competitive salary
- Excellent benefits including 401K which is voluntary and self-directed with employer match
- Health insurance: Firm pays 90% of the cost for employee coverage under the HMO plan.
- Life insurance coverage for you and your dependents
- Income protection in the event of a Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate benefits provided at no cost to employees and are paid entirely by the firm
- Dental insurance – employer paid 50%
- Vision insurance – employer paid 75%
- Long Term Care and Flexible Spending accounts
- Eligibility to participate in the firm's year-end bonus program
- Referral fee programs
- Opportunity for advancement
- Professional but business casual work environment
- Paid parking in the building
Murchison & Cumming provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA
Salary : $125,000 - $175,000