Junior To Mid Level Business Litigation Associate

Direct Counsel has partnered with a premier, nationally recognized law firm in their search for a junior to mid-level associate to support our San Diego Office's Litigation Practice Group. The ideal candidate will possess 2+ years of recent business litigation experience from a law firm. Experience with real estate litigation is a plus. Candidates should also be licensed to practice in California, have strong writing skills, and excellent academic credentials.
Responsibilities:Review a fact pattern and make correct analysis and recommendationsEffectively and accurately analyze legal issuesSecond chair a complex case or first chair a simpler caseEffectively assist lead trial attorneys in all pre-trial issues and proceedingsPrepare complex pre-trial motionsAssist in evaluating and implementing pre-trial preparation and witness preparationExperience in pre-trial motions in both Federal and State courtsIndependently and effectively manage a small case with minimum or no supervisionIndependently handle a modestly complex commercial casePrepare motions for summary judgmentEffectively prepare deponentsEffectively take complex deposition testimonyDemonstrate a breadth of experience in various substantive areas of lawMinimum Requirements:Must have a Juris Doctorate with excellent academic credentials;Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in California;Familiarity with federal and state court procedural rules and practices;Familiarity with and ability to prepare basic litigation documents;Must have case management experience;Clear and effective drafting skills;Strong negotiating skills;Ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed are required;Ability to provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys;Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines;Strong organization and matter management skills;Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.Pay Scale: The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $130-$200k, with bonus potential of up to $106,000. This is an employer estimate and the salary offered within that range, and the potential for bonus and bonus amount, will depend on candidate's years of practice and experience and performance.

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