Highlights
Argue motions, motions to strike, motions to compel initial responses, motions to compel further responses, motions to consolidate, motions to dismiss, motions to amend, motions to vacate, etc. They will work on a team dedicated to managing litigation cases, writing dispositive motions, writing responsive pleadings, doing trials, and supporting the trial team with legal research and input on strategies.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Beverly Hills, California |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 1970 |
| Website | http://jba.com |
Description
We are looking for an admitted, experienced, and professional candidate for a Senior Personal Injury Litigation Attorney position. Quality candidates will demonstrate a strong knowledge of motions, pleadings, and trials. They will work on a team dedicated to managing litigation cases, writing dispositive motions, writing responsive pleadings, doing trials, and supporting the trial team with legal research and input on strategies. Must be well-spoken, personable, and reliable. The ideal attorney will have excellent legal research and analysis skills as well as experience in trials, drafting discovery, pleadings, and a variety of motions.Responsibilities:
- Assist the Firm in all aspects of litigation, including but not limited to drafting complaints, responding to written discovery, responding to demurrers, responding to motions for summary judgment, and trials.
- Prepare concise and organized memoranda with recommendations to the Firm.
- Argue motions, motions to strike, motions to compel initial responses, motions to compel further responses, motions to consolidate, motions to dismiss, motions to amend, motions to vacate, etc.
- Handle various aspects of litigation from filing pleadings to discovery and motions.
- Do Trials
- Collaborate with colleagues to implement policies and develop improvements.
- Communicate with clients and discuss options, strategies and solutions at key junctures of their case so they understand their options and make informed decisions.
- Maintain adequate case, file, and related records to ensure effective completion of projects assigned and assists in the evaluation of the work product.
- A minimum of 5+ years Plaintiff Personal Injury Experience
- Must possess excellent persuasive writing and analytical skills, and an ability to use those skills in a time-sensitive, multitasking work environment.
- Prior experience in trials, drafting briefs, responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions, and motion work is required.
- Prior trial preparation experience is beneficial but not required.
- Familiarity with the standard practices, rules, and procedures of California Law.
- Strong legal research and writing skills required and knowledge of proper format and citations.
- All candidates must have a valid California State Bar number. No exception.
About Company
JBA was founded in the late 1970s by a female computer scientist who managed different projects in IT, and saw a market for supporting companies through building a consultancy. Thus, Jacqueline Buickians and Associates (JBA) was formed. Throughout the years, demand set in for recruitment and we expanded our services in this area. We diversified our offerings for different positions, expanding our company focus from technology to fields like accounting, legal, marketing, administrative, and most recently, warehouse support. Today, JBA provides services beyond recruitment, supporting companies with creative services like digital marketing, employer branding, and training. Building from 35 years in business, our complementing services add value to our clients in this evolving global market.