Description:
Oakland Business Lawyers is seeking Mid-Level Attorney with litigation experience to join our Litigation Practice Group. This position is well-suited for someone who is motivated by intellectual challenges, enjoys working with a talented team of legal professionals and wants to work for a firm with an established path to partnership.This position may work a hybrid schedule and will be resident in our Oakland office.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Outstanding research and analytical skills
- Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to independently manage multiple cases
- Must be able to develop and execute case strategies and plans
- The ability to draft pleadings and briefs
- Prior experience with document preparation and review
- Prior experience taking and defending depositions
- Prior experience preparing and responding to written discovery
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interface with clients on a regular basis and provide sound legal advice with practical business considerations
- Ability to negotiate, meet and confer with opposing counsel
- Strong attention to detail is a must
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desired
- Proficient with e-discovery, including use of e-discovery software, desired
Job Requirements:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- California Bar license in good standing
- 5+ years of litigation experience
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, a collaborative working environment, opportunities to support pro bono activities, competitive benefits and an annual requirement of 1,610 billable hours.
