Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Outstanding research and analytical skills
- Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to independently manage multiple cases
- Must be able to develop and execute case strategies and plans
- The ability to draft pleadings and briefs
- Prior experience with document preparation and review
- Prior experience taking and defending depositions
- Prior experience preparing and responding to written discovery
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interface with clients on a regular basis and provide sound legal advice with practical business considerations
- Ability to negotiate, meet and confer with opposing counsel
- Strong attention to detail is a must
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desired
- Proficient with e-discovery, including use of e-discovery software, desired
Job Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- California Bar license in good standing
- 5+ years of litigation experience
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, a collaborative working environment, opportunities to support pro bono activities, competitive benefits and an annual requirement of 1,610 billable hours.
DF LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary requirements to hr@donahue.com, and please reference Litigation Attorney in the subject line of your e-mail.
Salary range: $150,000 to $190,000. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s salary in the event of hire. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and skill set.