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Junior Litigation Associate

The Law Office of Hakimi & Shahriari

Junior Litigation Associate

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    _THIS POSITION IS IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO WANTS TO WORK HARD AND ADVANCE THEIR CAREER.  _

    _PERFORMANCE IS REWARDED WITH QUARTERLY BONUSES AND FAST OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROMOTION. _

    The Law Office of Hakimi & Shahriari is a fast-growing, boutique law firm located in Los Angeles, California, with a sophisticated and unique practice. The firm's focus is aggressive, plaintiff litigation in the areas of class action, civil rights, personal injury and product liability. The firm's culture is focused on deep commitments to our clients and their success. This is a team environment, where all cooperate to achieve common goals and interests.

    The Position

    The successful candidate will be responsible for handling all aspects of litigation from filing pleadings to discovery and motion practice and trial. The junior litigation associate is expected to be a self-starter that will manage a large case load with some minor initial training.

    Responsibilities include the following:

    • Draft pleadings
    • Draft and respond to written discovery
    • Take and defend depositions
    • Draft and argue motions (i.e. motion to compel, motion for summary judgment, motion in limine etc.)
    • Attend miscellaneous court hearings
    • Initially second chair and ultimately first chair at trial

    Requirements A MINIMUM OF 1-3 YEARS OF LITIGATION EXPERIENCE

    • Member in good standing of the California state bar
    • Fluency with the standard practices, rules and procedures of litigation in California state and federal court

    Compensation

    The company will offer a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity. _THERE ARE QUARTERLY, PERFORMANCE BASED BONUSES AND A YEAR-END BONUS. _

    Why this is an excellent opportunity?

    • Challenging and engaging work, with highly intelligent and self-motivated colleagues
    • Attorneys at the firm are well-respected in the legal community and often work on high-profile matters
    • Atmosphere of professionalism, intelligence, innovation and collegiality

    Please provide resumes and law school transcripts for consideration.

    Company Description

    Dynamic boutique law firm with sophisticated and unique practice.