Description
$5,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS!!!
We are seeking a Senior Attorney for our Fresno team!
General Duties:
• Handle and manage litigation files from inception through trial, with reduced caseload in order to manage the office
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, demands and responses
• Draft reports and provide file analysis
• Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established for Staff Counsel for Fred Loya Insurance Agency, Inc., and the Loya Insurance Group of
Responsibilities:
• Manage a staff of 2-4 attorneys and paralegals
• Oversight of office operations for Fresno office and staff
• Represent clients in civil court and civil litigation proceedings, including trials
• Prepare and draft legal pleadings and other documents on behalf of clients
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions relating to civil defense proceedings
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law Companies.
Requirements
Skills necessary for this position:
• Superior awareness of and compliance with all applicable rules of professional conduct
• Substantial experience in civil litigation, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
• Comprehensive legal knowledge which promotes standards of professional practice and strong knowledge of the litigation environment in California
Qualifications:
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of California
• Minimum 7 years of civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
• Admission of CA Bar
• Trial experience is required.
• Familiarity with civil pleadings and legal proceedings
• Strong research and writing skills and excellent work ethic required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not require
Job Type: Full-time & In- Person
