What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney - General Liability and Professional Liability position at JBA International?
Associate Attorney (General Liability/Professional Liability)
We are hiring a litigation associate for the firm’s general liability/professional liability practice group in our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have experience in representing both design professionals and miscellaneous professionals. Must have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and significant experience in discovery and law and motion practice. Must also be a self-starter who possesses strong organizational skills, is able to work with multiple clients, and is ready to hit the ground running. If you’re ready to learn more about this amazing opportunity, reach out to us today!
Responsibilities
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior attorneys to provide legal advice
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
• Communicate with partners, associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
Qualifications
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Ability to work with partners and other attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
Compensation
$160K-$190K
We are hiring a litigation associate for the firm’s general liability/professional liability practice group in our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have experience in representing both design professionals and miscellaneous professionals. Must have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and significant experience in discovery and law and motion practice. Must also be a self-starter who possesses strong organizational skills, is able to work with multiple clients, and is ready to hit the ground running. If you’re ready to learn more about this amazing opportunity, reach out to us today!
Responsibilities
• Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior attorneys to provide legal advice
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
• Communicate with partners, associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
Qualifications
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Ability to work with partners and other attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
Compensation
$160K-$190K
Salary : $160,000 - $190,000