Position: Associate Attorney

Are you a driven and detail-oriented attorney looking to grow your legal career? Join our dynamic and supportive team! We’re seeking an Associate Attorney to help us handle a variety of cases in Workers’ Compensation Defense, Employment Law, and Wage and Hour. If you're passionate about litigation, eager to learn, and enjoy collaborating with experienced attorneys, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience in several key areas of law. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting legal research to support case strategies
• Managing case files and ensuring smooth case progress
• Drafting correspondence and pleadings for clients
• Preparing and responding to discovery requests
• Defending and taking depositions
• Communicating with clients, insured parties, and outside counsel

You'll be working closely with our Senior Attorneys and Partners, with the support of our Legal Secretaries and Paralegals. It’s a team-oriented environment where your contributions will make a real impact.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is not just highly capable but also a good fit for our team. The ideal candidate will:

• Be excited to learn and take on complex legal challenges
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Be organized, proactive, and mindful of court deadlines
• Have a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy collaborating with others

To be considered, candidates must have a JD and be admitted to the California Bar (or currently taking the bar exam).

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive Salary: Starting at $100,000 to $140,000, with potential for increases as you hit billing milestones.
• Bonus Opportunities: We reward hard work! Bonuses are available for billing over 225 hours per month and for new client referrals.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision benefits, plus a 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation plus sick time.
• Supportive Environment: You’ll have an assistant for every two attorneys, as well as paralegals and medical legal clerks to assist with your workload. Plus, attorneys have their own private office.
• This is a full-time, permanent position, but we offer the flexibility to work remotely if desired experience is there.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Use of computers and technology

Here at Canon Recruiting, People are our priority, and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity, we are made a stronger organization, and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm, we devote to quality and competency, and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences, Canon is able to improve the services and value we deliver to clients, employees, and customers. At Canon, Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life.

Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email hr@canonrecruiting.com