Senior Litigation Attorney

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• ABSOLUTE LAW GROUP, PC
• , is a highly regarded litigation firm located in the heart of Orange County that is honored to serve our clients by providing competent legal services, along with striving to obtain the highest of peer ratings, which recognizes professional excellence, legal ability, and ethical standards.
• ABSOLUTE LAW GROUP, PC
• is dedicated to providing outstanding legal services while upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics our vision welcomes and nurtures talent at every level and are we are always looking to strengthen our ability to provide excellent legal services to our clients.

We are a growing family law and civil litigation law firm that prosecutes and defends clients. The firm is currently looking for a qualified litigation attorney . We have one (1) immediate opening in our Tustin office. We have an opportunity in general civil litigation (mostly defense and limited plaintiff work).

• SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
• The position encompasses a heavy caseload including but not limited to client communication, settlement negotiations, law and motion practice, routine travel around California to appear in Court, and conducting jury trials in a fast-paced environment.
• Qualified incumbents must have the ability and desire to “work up” a litigation file by analyzing the file, researching the law as needed, preparing responsive pleadings, propounding and responding to discovery, motion practice, and having the legal skills and experience to know which files should be settled, and which files should be taken to trial. Communicating with clients and providing a legal strategy is a must. You must be able to follow direction from Senior Staff and willing to be held accountable for results.
• Ability to handle a heavy case volume by employing excellent case management, time management, along with attention to detail and deadlines. Must be able to resolve cases promptly and efficiently, in an effective manner to provide clients the best outcome possible.
• A strong work ethic, excellent writing and communication skills, a desire to succeed in the legal professional, work well in a fast-paced autonomous environment with a heavy workload, and come from a well-respected law school approved by the ABA law school in California.
• Candidates must possess, plaintiff and civil defense litigation, employment law experience, or other areas of law as it relates to plaintiff and civil defense litigation.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego County court systems is highly desirable.
• REQUIREMENTS :

Ideal candidates will be able to confidently take and defend any type of Depositions (including experts and Persons Most Knowledgeable (“PMK”) and be able to handle all trial work-up.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with the Court, Opposing Counsel and clients. Prior jury trial experience is highly desirable.

Must be flexible to make Court Appearances in both civil litigation and family law, including making physical appearances for restraining orders.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Motion Practice, Trial Work, and possess Excellent Writing Skills and Analytical Skills.

Experience in Breach of Contract, Employment Law, Real Estate Law, Construction Defect is highly desirable. Some Family Law experience is a plus to assist in overflow work arising from the Family Law Department. However, candidates with Family Law experience only need not apply.

Must be an active member of the California State Bar in good standing with no major record of discipline.

• BENEFITS :
• Generous Compensation Package
• Multiple teams building opportunities
• Multiple networking opportunities
• Opportunity to Advance Career as a Trial Attorney
• ABSOLUTE LAW GROUP, PC
• is an equal employment opportunity firm that considers all individuals regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate discrimination in hiring, work responsibilities, promotions, compensation, terminations or any other employment condition.

Please visit our website for more information about the firm :

• WWW. xklufbp CIVILCOURT.COM

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $162,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift

Work Location : In person