Litigation Associate Attorney Opening

Donahue Fitzgerald

Location
California-Oakland
Description
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. Minimum annual billing requirement is 1610 with the opportunity to earn a bonus for hours worked in excess of the minimum. JOB DUTIES Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, 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 skills Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases Prior experience with document preparation and review Prior experience taking and defending depositions Prior experience preparing and responding to written discovery Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to interface with clients on a regular basis Ability to negotiate, meet and confer with opposing counsel Strong attention to detail is a must Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desired Proficient with e-discovery, including use of e-discovery software, desired JOB REQUIREMENTS Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school California Bar license in good standing 3+ years of litigation experience This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, a collaborative working environment, 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 Junior Litigation Attorney in the subject line of your email. Salary range is $130,000 – $140,000. 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.
Posted
Updated
Position
Associate
Practice Areas
Litigation
Experience
3+ years
Employer Type
Law Firm