Junior Associate

About the Role

The Junior Associate will provide support on a variety of civil litigation, products liability, immigration, estate planning, and business law matters. This is a full-time, on-site role located in the San Diego Metropolitan Area, requiring collaboration with attorneys and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence under supervision.
• Assist with case strategy and preparation.
• Interact with clients.
• Gather and organize case-related information.
• Review and summarize documents and medical records.
• Support attorneys with court filings and hearing preparation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• California Bar admission (or pending results) strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to analyze statutes, case law, and regulations and prepare clear, well-structured memoranda.
• Drafting and document preparation skills, including experience with pleadings, motions, discovery responses, contracts, and client correspondence.
• Case management and organizational skills, including maintaining files, tracking deadlines, managing calendars, and coordinating court filings.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, including professional client interaction, clear verbal communication, and effective collaboration with attorneys and staff.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills, including careful review of records, evidence, and transactional documents, and the ability to identify key issues and risks.
• Ability to work on-site in the San Diego Metropolitan Area.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to client advocacy.
• Interest or experience in civil litigation, personal injury, toxic exposure, immigration, estate planning, or business law is beneficial.