What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney at Law position at LA LAW INC?
Job Description
We are a boutique law firm in Beverly Hills looking for an exemplary Attorney with more than 3 years of experience
The ideal candidate will be proficient in family law (specifically custody and divorce) and civil procedure, have some legal research experience, exceptional writing/editing skills, knowledge of California and Federal court rules, able to take direction and constructive criticism, work independently, meet deadlines, and produce a polished work product ready for filing. A Civil and family law background is preferred. Applicant must be a hardworking and resourceful team player.
Attorney Job Description:
Provide a wide range of high level legal skills in several practice areas, including civil , custody and divorce (civil and domestic restraining orders). Full litigation experience .
Strong organizational skills; ability to multitask, and handle changing priorities; strong written and oral communication skills; Motion writing is a REQUIRED.
Drafting pleadings, civil complaints, motions, discovery requests, and other legal pleadings, as needed;
Must be able to effectively prioritize and meet quick deadlines in a deadline driven environment
Ability to effectively interact with entire range of firm personnel from Executive Management to front line staff
Uses discretion and autonomy to accomplish tasks
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated professional conduct and presence, tact, diplomacy and discretion with sensitive matters
Strong organizational and legal research skills
Possess skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Access
Must be able to interview and start immediately with immediate deadlines
Please provide Resume, Salary History, Desired Rate AND WRITING SAMPLE.
Failure to provide any of these items requested will result in your application not being reviewed.
MUST PROVIDE WRITING SAMPLE.