Legal Brief Writer - California, United States - Wisner Baum

Description

Location: Hybrid and Remote

Department: Mass Tort – Class Action

Reports to: Managing Partner

Position Type: Full Time Exempt

Why You Want to Work with Us

Established in 1985 in Los Angeles, Wisner Baum is led by R. Brent Wisner, serving as both the managing partner and lead trial attorney. Renowned as one of America's 50 Most Influential Trial Lawyers by Trial Lawyer Magazine. Brent Wisner has forged a legacy as a legal trailblazer. Over the last several years, Brent has served on the plaintiff's leadership for multiple mass torts, earned jury verdicts worth a combined $2.427 billion, and helped negotiate settlements in excess of $1 billion—all before the age of 40. He is currently the youngest attorney in American history to win a multi-billion-dollar jury verdict, which he achieved with a $2 billion Roundup cancer verdict against Monsanto.

Purpose and Impact of Your Role

As a Legal Brief Attorney at Wisner Baum, you will play a pivotal role in shaping legal strategies and advocating for our clients' interests. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive legal research, drafting persuasive briefs, and collaborating with our managing partner and attorneys to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients.

What You'll Do

• Conduct exhaustive legal research on relevant statutes, case law, and regulations, ensuring the provision of accurate and current information.
• Deliver comprehensive legal analyses that serve as a foundation for robust legal strategies, thereby enhancing the strength of our clients' cases.
• Prepare compelling and logically structured legal briefs, memos, and other documents for submission to courts, regulatory bodies, and other entities.
• Ensure the production of persuasive and legally sound documents that comply with all applicable laws and regulations, strengthening our clients' positions in legal proceedings.
• Collaborate proactively with attorneys and legal teams to formulate effective case strategies grounded in meticulous legal research and analysis.
• Facilitate the development of well-informed legal arguments and strategies for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings, contributing to successful client representation.
• Remain vigilant in tracking changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents that may impact our clients.
• Enable the legal team to adapt strategies proactively by providing timely insights into evolving legal landscapes, acquired through regular attendance at legal seminars, conferences, and training sessions.

What You Need to Get the Job Done

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an top tier accredited law school.
• Federal Court Clerk Experience
• Proven experience as a Legal Brief Writer.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.

What You'll Love About Us

● Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves on our exceptional culture where your growth is not just encouraged, but actively invested in. We know that when our team members thrive, our firm thrives, and allows us to have a positive impact on our world.

● Making an Impact. We know that each and every team member plays a pivotal role in our mission. We recognize that investing in and empowering our team members leads to employees who are genuinely passionate about their work, which in turn maximizes their impact.

● Focused on your Growth. Our coaching, continuous feedback, and personalized development plans are designed to empower each team member to reach their full potential.

● Rest and Relaxation. We are committed to the well-being of our employees, and we understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. To support this, we offer generous paid holidays, sick leave, and flexible time off, so that our team members may step away from work when needed.

● Health Benefits. Our employees' physical and mental well-being is of utmost importance to us. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring that you have access to quality healthcare. Additionally, we provide a 401(k) plan to help you secure your financial future.