Donahue Fitzgerald, LLP is seeking an attorney with general litigation experience to join our Litigation Practice Group. This position is well-suited for someone who is motivated by intellectual challenges, enjoys working with a talented team of legal professionals, and wants to work for a firm with an established path to partnership.
This position may work a hybrid schedule and will be resident in our Oakland office.
We believe in rewarding hard work. Our attorneys have a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,610 hours per year. For those who meet or exceed this goal, our tiered bonus program provides a clear path to increase your earnings significantly.
The annual base salary for this position is $165,000 to $195,000. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range, or up to $245,000 at the higher end.
Job Duties
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Take and defend depositions, argue motions, participate in mediations, and trials
- Communicate with clients and opposing counsel on litigation strategy and offer legal advice
- Develop, manage, and execute litigation strategies and tactical decision-making at various stages of litigation, including management of complex multi-party discovery and client management
Knowledge and Skills
Outstanding research and analytical skillsMust be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple casesPrior experience with document preparation and reviewPrior experience taking and defending depositionsPrior experience preparing and responding to written discoveryExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to interface with clients on a regular basisAbility to negotiate, meet and confer with opposing counselStrong attention to detail is a mustStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desiredProficient with e-discovery, including use of e-discovery software, desiredJob Requirements
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law schoolCalifornia Bar license in good standing5+ years of litigation experienceThis is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, a collaborative working environment, and opportunities to support pro bono activities.
DF LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary requirements to hr@donahue.com, and please reference litigation attorney in the subject line of your e-mail.
Salary
$165,000 - $195,000. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s salary in the event of hire. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and skill set.Job
Full-time$165,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork
Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612