Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description About the Company

Are you tired of the big firm experience with too many rules and not enough opportunity to develop your skills as a litigator? Are you looking for the quality of life that has seemed so elusive since you passed the Bar? Have you ever heard of the little gem of a firm, Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello in Orange County? Well, it's time to check us out! Pleiss Sitar McGrath Gates & Ajello is seeking attorneys to fill Associate Attorney positions. The firm is growing and searching for attorneys with litigation experience, particularly in the area of insurance defense. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with medical malpractice or elder abuse experience looking to begin or further their careers in a work environment dedicated to helping our employees thrive professionally, while also maintaining a work-life balance. We will also consider attorneys with worker's compensation experience interesting in making a change. The ideal candidate will be an excellent representative for the firm, demonstrate good decision-making, and be proactive and solutions focused. The candidate should be articulate, poised, and possess good written and oral communication skills, and should be able to independently work with senior attorneys. We are looking for team players with strong legal analysis and writing abilities, the ability to direct a case team and manage trial preparation. Most important, we are looking for candidates willing to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Independently work with a Partner
• Conduct legal research, handle discovery, and analyze medical records
• Regularly attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings
• Communicate with clients and draft status reports

• JD from an ABA school required
• Admitted to practice in the State of California
• 1+ years of civil defense litigation experience
• Experience with medical malpractice or elder abuse preferred
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Team player with great attitude and willingness to grow