Description:
Overview:Salary Range:
$120,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary
Position Type:
Full Time
Job Shift
Day
Day
Travel Percentage
None
None
Category
Legal
Legal
Description:
Associate Attorney – Litigation
Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California's leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $3 billion for our clients. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join our Litigation Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven attorney with a passion for advocacy and courtroom practice to handle complex and high-value personal injury cases from filing through trial.
The ideal candidate is confident, client-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment. You will work alongside experienced trial attorneys and litigation support teams while having access to a wide range of resources to help deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Responsibilities include:
Skills & Requirements:
Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California's leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $3 billion for our clients. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join our Litigation Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven attorney with a passion for advocacy and courtroom practice to handle complex and high-value personal injury cases from filing through trial.
The ideal candidate is confident, client-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment. You will work alongside experienced trial attorneys and litigation support teams while having access to a wide range of resources to help deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct legal research and assist in drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents as directed
- Prepare for and attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations
- Coordinate with clients, experts, and medical providers to gather information and assist in developing case strategies
- Support and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants assigned to litigation matters
- Maintain regular communication with clients on behalf of the senior attorney to keep them informed and supported
- Assist in settlement negotiations and pre-trial preparations under the senior attorney's guidance
- Maintain case files and documentation in compliance with legal and firm standards
Skills & Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active California Bar license
- 1+ years of litigation experience in personal injury or civil litigation preferred
- Strong oral and written advocacy skills
- Experience handling depositions, mediations, and motion work
- Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Client-centered approach with strong interpersonal communication
