Litigation Attorney

This is an excellent in-house opportunity to be part of a successful real estate company located in the Los Feliz area of Los Angeles, with a footprint in the Southwest. Cases typically consist of personal injury, business, and habitability matters. The business cases are 50/50 plaintiff/defense.

The position offers a regular workweek, medical benefits, and no billable hour requirement. This is an exceptional long-term opportunity for a resolute professional.

Responsibilities

• Engage in pre-litigation dispute resolution efforts.

• Draft pleadings, write motion, take depositions and other related documents.

• Negotiate settlements and mediate disputes.

• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop appropriate strategies for cases.

• Assist with supervising and mentoring other in-house attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants.

Requirements

• 3-10years of legal experience with an insurance defense or eviction prosecution background

• Member in good standing of the California Bar.

• Combination of law firm and in-house experience a plus.

• Computer literacy with a Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, Adobe, Outlook)

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Key Attributes

• Strong work ethic.

• Hands on mentality and ability to Roll-up-your-sleeves.

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• High degree of ethics and integrity

• Ability to build trust with key stakeholders.

• Proficient with time management

• Excellent judgment, analytical, organizational skills.

• The selected candidate will be a zealous advocate, second to none.