What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hiring: Associate Attorney! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! position at Vensure Employer Services?
Position Summary
We're looking to bring on a full-time Associate Attorney who is ready to hit the ground running and thrive in a collaborative, client-focused team. Our office is located right at the intersection of Highland and Rosecrans in Manhattan Beach, with a beautiful view of the beach right from our windows. The Strand and the sand are just a two minute walk away! - We are also willing to negotiate compensation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
As an Associate Attorney, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters, in pre-litigation and litigation
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Draft and argue motions, including discovery motions and motions for summary judgment
- Appear for case management conferences and hearings
- Develop case strategies and evaluate case value based on liability and damages
- Collaborate with support staff (legal assistants, case managers)
- Maintain proactive and empathetic client communication throughout the litigation process
- Prepare for and attend mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
- Represent clients at trial, with support from managing attorney as needed
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Close attention to detail
- Organized
- Strong communication skills
- Outgoing personality, people person
- Able to multitask
- Good follow-up and follow-through with tasks
- Team player
Education & Experience
- Must be licensed with the California State Bar (Or in process)
- Must be able to commute to and work in-person at our office in Manhattan Beach
