Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

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, were 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