Associate Attorney (Workers Compensation)

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: 100,000.00 - 120,000

We are a full-service litigation firm specializing in the representation of first responders (police officers, firefighters, and correctional officers). Our main office is in Westlake Village comprised of 16 attorneys and over 60 employees, this position will be based in our San Diego office. Our firm represents clients in labor negotiations, internal affairs investigations, disciplinary appeals, administrative litigation, officer-involved shootings, criminal defense, personal injury litigation, employment litigation, and workers compensation.

The firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to add to the team. The candidate will be expected to provide high level litigation skills, including but not limited to: filing motions, researching complex legal issues, conducting discovery, taking depositions, appearing in court, assisting partners in managing a full caseload, and most importantly, maintaining direct client relations.

Responsibilities
Gathering and reviewing evidence
Conducting depositions of Parties, Witnesses, Physicians, and other Experts
Creating and conducting discovery
Performing legal research, and drafting motions, briefs, appeals
Making court appearances
Drafting and promoting legislation to benefit first responders
Counseling clients through effective communication
Negotiating, settling, and litigating cases

Qualifications
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Strong legal knowledge and proficient writing skills
Top 25% preferred
CA Bar License (required)