First Party Property Associate

Location

El Segundo, CA | United States

Job description

Overview:

Our client is a law firm that handles all types of property damage insurance claims, business litigation disputes, and personal injury matters.

We have an immediate need for two First Party Property Associates with 1-5 years of experience to join our dynamic and growing firm! (Junior and Senior) in the El Segundo office. 

Hybrid Available: 3-4 days per week in office, 1-2 remote WFH

The associate attorney position will support the lead attorneys by assisting with gathering, analyzing, and organizing information; drafting legal pleadings, discovery, deposition attendance and summaries, drafting and reviewing responses and motions, trial preparations and other documents.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with lead attorneys and support staff

Interview clients; locate and interview expert witnesses

Draft legal documents including but not limited to: discovery, motions, summary judgment motions, appellate briefs, affidavits, memoranda, and letters

Investigate factual information to respond to litigation discovery requests or other information inquiries

Assist in all phases of case preparation, including discovery and trial

Prepare for trial, including, but not limited to: providing trial support and attendance

Demonstrate a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues (e.g. attorney-client privileged materials)

Travel throughout the state as required to meet business needs

Skills & Competencies

Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment

Ability to effectively communicate with clients, staff and team members

Strong communication, persuasion and negotiation skills to represent client and company interests in litigation situations

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus (not required)

Experience & Qualifications:

Current California Bar License and in Good Standing

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

1 – 5 years of experience or interest First Party Property damage insurance claims - Plaintiff or Defense

(Note- The firm will also consider those with related litigation experience, example - Civil litigation, etc.)

Benefits:

401(k) & matching

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Paid time off

Schedule: Monday to Friday / Hybrid WFH is available

Compensation:

Competitive Annual Base Salary commensurate with experience

Bonus pay as a % of settlement fees

Top Reasons to choose us:

Excellent professional, financial and personal growth opportunities

Culture- Laid back, true collaboration with team members.

Independence – Firm leadership does not micro manage.

Resources – Ample firm resources to support their attorneys

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