Associate Attorney - Landlord Tenant Law
Location: Burbank, CA, US
We are currently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our dynamic law and motion department team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in civil litigation and exceptional communication skills. Candidates with prior experience in unlawful detainer cases will be given preference.
Compensation:$110,000 - $150,000 yearly
Responsibilities:- Draft various motions and oppositions
- Perform legal research to identify legal issues and laws
- Meet and confer with defense counsel
- Discuss case strategy with experts
- Bring a team-oriented and positive attitude to our office
- Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
- Ability to quickly identify relevant authority
- Proficiency with the Code of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code
- Proven track record of successfully supporting and opposing dispositive motions
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
- Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
- Determine case strategies and solutions to serve the clients’ needs after analysis
- Take responsibility for administrative staff relating to client invoicing/billing records, setting up meetings with clients, and completing tasks
- Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
- Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
- Required Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school; representation of clients for at least 2 years a plus
- Candidates must currently be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred
- Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
- Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years is required
What We Do for You:
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Bonus and Incentive pay
- Paid holidays
- Team outings and sponsored events
- 401(k)
- Free Parking
Determined to achieve the best results and provide the highest level of legal expertise, we were formed with one goal in mind: justice for clients. We utilize a hands-on approach tailored to meet the individual needs of clients. Our commitment to excellence & unrivaled client-centered approach makes us one of the top litigation firms in our field of practice. We strive to be a professional and results-driven law firm without sacrificing empathy and compassion for our injured clients and their plights. We are modern, and tenacious, and always collaborate on cases as a team to come up with the most effective solutions and innovative strategies for each case.