Associate Attorney

Company: Merlin Law Group, P.A.
Location: Downey
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

Our law firm has a full-time associate attorney position available now and we're looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates and litigation associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You'll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date. If you've successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today!

Responsibilities:

--- Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
--- Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
--- Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
--- Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
--- Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice


Qualifications:

--- Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
--- Prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
--- Solid communication skills and problem-solving skills required in order to work with clients, staff members and senior attorneys
--- Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school
--- Candidates must have passed the bar exam


About Company:
Who we are: We are a leading law firm specializing in first-party property insurance claims, dedicated to fighting for the rights of policyholders. With our deep expertise and unwavering commitment to client success, we have established a reputation as industry leaders in resolving complex insurance disputes. Join us as we continue to provide exceptional legal representation and make a difference in the lives of our clients.





Merlin Law Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to such factors as race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status, consistent with federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws.

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