Associate Attorney

Position Summary

We are seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our collaborative, client-focused team. Our office is located at the intersection of Highland and Rosecrans in Manhattan Beach, with a beautiful beach view just a two-minute walk from The Strand and the sand. Compensation is negotiable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to Managing Attorney Andrew Ryan and Associate Attorney Jason Kayne
• Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters, including pre-litigation and litigation
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Draft and argue motions, including discovery motions and motions for summary judgment
• Appear for case management conferences and hearings
• Develop case strategies and evaluate case value based on liability and damages
• Collaborate with legal assistants and case managers
• Maintain proactive and empathetic client communication throughout litigation
• Prepare for and attend mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Represent clients at trial, with support from managing attorney as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Close attention to detail
• Organized
• Strong communication skills
• Outgoing, people-oriented personality
• Ability to multitask
• Good follow-up and follow-through with tasks
• Team player

Education & Experience:

• Must be licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
• At least 2 years of litigation experience in personal injury or related civil litigation
• Spanish speaking is a plus but not required
• Must be able to commute to and work in-person at our Manhattan Beach office

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

Salary and Schedule:

• Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year, plus performance-based benefits
• Work hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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