Securities Associate Attorney - Los Angeles, United States - Aimic Inc

Description

seeking a Mid-Level Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience for a mixed caseload involving Securities/FINRA, Professional Liability Defense, and Civil Litigation. CA bar admission is required for diverse practice. Strong writing and analytical skills are a must. Civil Litigation Experience is required.

Qualifications

• Position Skills and Qualifications
• Ability to comprehend complex matters, to identify and to articulate core issues, and to understand applicable legal principles.
• Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedures
• Proven time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize issues and tasks.
• Possess keen eye for detail, coupled with exceptional research and proofreading abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of legal procedures and current developments.
• Working knowledge of computers, along with the ability to maintain, update, and modify documents.
• Possess relevant technology competencies such as LexisNexis, and time-billing software.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong research and legal writing skills.
• Desire to work additional hours as deemed necessary based on caseload.

Responsibilities

• Associate responsibilities include representation of clients in legal proceedings, research and preparation of legal documents and pleadings, handling discovery, and assisting partners/clients in legal transactions.Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
• Efficient management of multiple cases.
• Timely preparation of pleadings, motions, and discovery to opposing parties.
• Participate in mediations, hearings, and depositions as required.
• Client interaction and problem resolution as it relates to cases.
• Integration of best practices and standards in handling clients and their cases.
• Evaluation of findings and development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• On-time completion of reports/projects, in adherence to partner and client needs/guidelines.
• Accurate and timely recording of billable hours, in adherence to client guidelines and Firm policy.