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About our Client: Weston Herzog LLP is a dynamic and well-respected law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, employment litigation, and commercial real estate disputes. Our primary practice areas include:
Insurance Defense Litigation: Premises liability, products liability, trucking accidents, intentional torts, negligent security, and pharmacy error.
Employment Litigation: Defense of employers against claims of discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation.
Real Estate Law: Representation of property owners in commercial lease disputes, including unlawful detainer actions and collection of unpaid rent.
Job Overview:
Weston Herzog LLP is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 2-7 years of experience in insurance defense litigation. Trial experience is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, excellent legal writing abilities, and a proactive approach to case management.
Key Responsibilities:
The Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling all aspects of litigated cases. Core job duties include:
Case Management & Litigation
o Manage all phases of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, depositions
motion practice, and trial preparation.
o Conduct thorough review of case-related records and provide written summaries.
· o Submit requests to subpoena service to issue subpoenas, review draft subpoenas and notices to consumer, track the status of subpoenas to ensure records are received, download and save subpoenaed records.
o Review and summarize discovery responses; prepare meet and confer letters to opposing counsel regarding inadequate responses and/or improper objections.
o Draft, file, and serve pleadings, motions, and other legal documents in a timely manner.
o Take depositions of plaintiffs, percipient witnesses and experts.
o Communicate with expert witnesses, including retention, defense medical examinations and providing materials to expert for review.
o Represent corporate defendants and their employees at deposition
o Make court appearances and communicate case developments to clients.
o Engage in settlement negotiations and meet-and-confer efforts with opposing counsel.
o Prepare for and attend mediations.
o Assist in presenting evidence and witnesses at trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
o Client Communication & Reporting
o Provide timely and appropriate legal advice to clients.
o Maintain regular communication with supervising partners and clients regarding case developments.
Ensure all case files and records are accurately maintained.
Billing & Time Management
o Perform at least 150-160 hours of billable legal services per month (approximately 35-38 hours per week).
o Document and report all work performed on a daily basis.
o Enter all billable time into the firm's billing software and submit timesheets to the supervising partner daily.
Office & Collaboration Requirements
o Work on-site at the firm's office at least three days per week.
o Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure efficient case management and client service.
o Complete assignments efficiently and manage caseload effectively.
Minimum Experience and Qualifications:
· J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in insurance defense.
· Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
· · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
· Ability to handle cases independently with minimal supervision.
· Excellent oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
· Experience with trial preparation and courtroom appearances.
· · Knowledge of iManage document management software and/or Forms Workflow a plus.
· Trial or binding arbitration experience is a plus.
Employment Details:
· 100% employer-paid health insurance (Blue Shield PPO)
· Employer-paid vision insurance
· Long-term disability insurance (supplementing state disability benefits)
· Life insurance
· Employer-funded profit-sharing plan
The pay range for this role is:110,000 - 160,000 USD per year(Weston Herzog)
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