Description:

Singleton Schreiber, LLP is a motivated Attorney to join our firm's Settlement team, who will play a pivotal role in advocating for our clients' rights and delivering outstanding legal services. This position will support the firm's fire practice team.

This will be a hybrid role based in our San Diego office.

Salary: $100,000-$175,000 annually Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in managing the firm's Fire Practice settlement teams, including supervising and mentoring attorneys, paralegals, and support staff across various levels.
Draft, review, and finalize legal documents such as settlement agreements, releases, minor's compromises, and other court filings, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable laws and firm standards.
Help manage and monitor compliance with the implementation of settlement terms, including disbursement procedures, deadlines and fulfillment of contractual obligations.
Oversee and ensure compliance with state-specific laws, court procedures, and professional rules of responsibility, particularly regarding the distribution of settlement funds.
Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy, settlement negotiations, client issues, and procedural compliance.
Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners to identify opportunities for process improvement, workflow optimization, and the integration of innovative legal technologies.
Communicate professionally and empathetically with clients to explain legal processes, settlement timelines, and case updates.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
Active license to practice law in California.
5+ years of experience in litigation.
Management experience.
Proficiency in Adobe, Microsoft Office products.
Proficiency with E-Discovery and law programs such as, ShareFile, PACER, CaseAnywhere, Lexis, Smart Advocate, Everlaw, FileVine and OneLegal.
Detail oriented and organized, be a team player, be reliable, and capable of multitasking and managing several time-critical projects under tight deadlines.
This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills.

Benefits:
At Singleton Schreiber, we value the hard work and dedication of our team, and we're proud to offer a benefits package that reflects that commitment. Our goal is to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance through a wide range of meaningful perks:

100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
$50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost
401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period
Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering
Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation
Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time)
$25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff
Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development
State bar and approved professional association dues covered
$30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month
Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time.

Nondiscrimination Statement: Singleton Schreiber, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of candidates will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.