Associate Attorney
Are you tired of working “big firm hours” with little reward and no work-home balance? Are you searching for meaningful work that offers mentorship and a ladder with serious options for promotion? If so, we’re looking for you!
About Us Our firm is a boutique firm focusing on estate planning, probate and trust administration, and estate litigation, including financial elder abuse litigation. We have a very supportive environment and mentor our staff to reach their full potential. Our lawyers and staff includes those who have been with the firm for 20+ years. We are focused on client results and promote a cooperative work environment amongst our staff. We celebrate birthdays, host holiday parties, and invest in our employees; not just because we value them, but because we know that fostering a supportive team environment brings out the best in each of them.
We are now searching for an associate to join us in our Ontario, California office.
This position will be cross-trained in our various practice areas and has a requirement of 1,680 yearly billable hours.
About You
You have 1-5 years’ experience, preferably including some litigation experience or the willingness to become a litigator. You are accustomed to handling a file from start to finish and are a self-starter. You have an interest in learning various practice areas and appreciate the mentorship of a senior attorney. You have strong writing skills and excellent attention to detail. You have a reputation for being hard working and work well independently and as part of a team. You are searching for a career and not just a job.
Your duties will include but are not limited to:
· Research
· Drafting pleadings
· Responding to discovery
· Conducting depositions
· Drafting correspondence
· Communicating with clients
· Estate planning
· Probate and trust administration
Education & Requirements
· 1-5 years’ experience, preferably as a civil litigator but not required
· Licensed to practice law in California
· Courtroom experience preferred
· Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
· Superb written and oral communication skills
· Willingness to learn various practice areas
· Coachable
Salary is commensurate with experience.
We value our staff and offer*:
· Health insurance
· Bonus potential
· Growth potential
· Mentoring by a senior attorney
· Paid time off – vacation and sick time
· Bar association dues
· CLE reimbursement
· Paid parking
*Waiting period applies. Subject to change without notice.
To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please submit a detailed resume as well as a cover letter telling us why you are searching for a position and why you are the best fit for our firm. We will be contacting those clients who we feel may be a good fit for us. No agencies please.
Full-time
Salary Range: $90,000 to $150,000 depending on experience