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Robert Half Attorney in Oakland, California
Description
Robert Half is recruiting Associate Attorney for a top-regarded, mid-sized personal injury law firm with nice, modern offices in the East Bay. The firm is well-regarded for its commitment to its deserving clientele and the achievement of excellent results (verdicts and settlements) for them and their families.
The following are the qualifications for the Associate opportunity:
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in a personal injury or products liability practice;
• Good range of case management experience, including intake, preparation of complaints, discovery, taking and defending depositions, law and motion, drafting / opposing dispositive motions (e.g., MSJs/MSAs), and ideally trial preparation, mediation, and settlement negotiation experience;
• Plaintiff-side experience is preferred, but associates with defense experience are encouraged to apply if they have a proven interest in prosecuting injured workers’ / consumers’ rights;
• Very persuasive legal writing and advocacy skills;
• Spanish language fluency is a big plus;
• Willing and able to travel often to meet clients, attend depositions, and make court appearances; and
• Active and in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Make no mistake! This is a unique opportunity with a firm that has an excellent reputation and offers an unparalleled benefits package. Our client is offering a base salary of $135,000 – 235,000+/yr., DOE, and bonus compensation. Again, the firm’s employment benefits are unbeatable! For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
Requirements
• Possession of a JD or LLB degree from an accredited institution.
• Active membership in the State Bar.
• Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation practice experience.
• Proficiency in case management.
• Ability to effectively draft and file complaints and motion in state courts.
• Familiarity with discovery procedures and depositions.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Preferred experience in plaintiff-side personal injury and products liability litigation practice.
• Proficiency in trial preparation is a plus.
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