Associate Attorney

Position: Associate AttorneyFirm: The Legacy Lawyers, P.C.Culture: 'America First Patriots'Compensation: Starting $106,894 - 214,880Location: Torrance, CA Office (No Remote)Minimum Qualifications: California State Bar LicenseWe see every day as one more chance to create a lifelong difference in the lives of our clients. We are a fast growing high-conflict estate, trust, and conservatorship litigation law firm. We believe in leading through our values centered on God, Family and Country.We believe in building relationships, getting stuff done, brightening each other's work spaces, integrity and serving our clients with the best care and dedication possible while maintaining our own personal sense of honor, dignity, and pride in our work.We foster a collaborative working environment with our attorneys at various stages of their own careers and where you will be assigned your own caseload, supervising attorney, and mentor.Your Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesWork closely with firm members and clients (in writing, in person, and by telephone) to determine and modify client goals and case strategies,Collect evidence to support your clients positionAnswer client questions about law, facts, procedures, and case statusGuide clients through probate, and trust and conservatorship administration and litigation mattersConduct legal research, draft memos, and develop strategiesDraft status reports, discovery plans, client letters, opinion letters, demand letters, settlement proposals, petitions, declarations, motions, and settlement & trial briefsConduct and defend depositions (of parties, third party witnesses, and experts)Propound and respond to form and special interrogatories, requests for documents, and requests for admissionSubpoena records from third parties and witnesses scheduled to appear at trialSummarize discoveryMake court appearancesParticipate in settlement conferences, present evidence, advise clients on the strengths and weaknesses of their cases, and analyze probable outcomesHandle bench trials (when ready)QualificationsActive California Bar member in good standingAbility to work independently and as a part of a teamSelf-motivated, highly organized, and detail-orientedStrong verbal and written communication skillsPossess effective research and writing skillsAbility to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office environmentExceptional ability to provide professional, efficient, and friendly client servicesComputer skills including proficiency in Google SuiteBenefitsGold-level medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insuranceSimple IRA retirement plan (firm matches your contribution to 3% of your salary)10 days paid vacation7 paid holidays5 paid sick daysFirst-time Home Buyers benefit