Associate Attorney (General Liability/Professional Liability) - Gpac

Premier law firm is seeking a 5+ year litigation associate for the firm's general liability/professional liability practice group in their San Diego office. The ideal candidate will have experience in representing both design professionals and miscellaneous professionals.

Must have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and significant experience in discovery and law and motion practice. Must also be a self-starter who possesses strong organizational skills, is able to work with multiple clients, and is ready to hit the ground running. If you're ready to learn more about this amazing opportunity, reach out to me today!

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior attorneys to provide legal advice
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
• Communicate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Competitive salary and bonus structure 

Please note: Compensation depends on experience and location and may be different than the pay range indicated here. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.