About this opportunity
Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd. lists this Commercial Litigation Attorney opportunity in torrance, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Masuda Funai is seeking a California-licensed litigation associate with 3 to 5 years of commercial litigation experience for our Torrance, CA office.
As a Commercial Litigation Associate at Masuda Funai, you will be working with a talented team of litigators and paralegals assisting clients with civil court litigation of commercial and business-related disputes, as well as other dispute resolution proceedings, as required by the Practice Group.
Essential Functions of a Litigation Associate
Manage litigation and dispute-resolution matters for clients, including conducting regular communication with clients
Prepare for, conductand defend depositions throughout the United States without immediate supervision, including travel as required
Prepare and sign pleadings, motions and other related litigation documents in accordance with Rule 11 obligations
Argue contested, dispositive and discovery motions
Conduct witness interviews and gather client materials
Conduct research and draft appropriate legal memoranda
Assist with trials, arbitrations and other evidentiary hearings as needed
Respond to clients in a timely, forthright, and professional manner
Coordinate and collaborate with litigation attorneys, legal assistants, and assigned staff, as well as provide reasonable support to colleagues
Required Qualifications
Active license to practice law in California
3-5 years of commercial litigation experience at a law firm
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Federal and state court experience
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Flexible and adaptable with the ability to multi-task
Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Able to work independently in a fast-paced work environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Associate Mentoring Program
Hybrid, flexibleschedule
Generous PTO policy
Remote work stipend for technology, home office and incidentals
Premium medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter benefits
Complimentary Identity Protection Coverage
Generous401(k) profit sharing plan and access to apersonal financial advisor
Optional Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, and Pet Insurance
Compensation
The salary range for this position is based upon various factors including the individual's experience, skills, and qualifications. An estimate of the salary range for individuals working a hybrid schedule in our Torrance office is:$150,000- $170,000.
About Us
Masuda Funai provides legal services to international companies with critical business needs in the United States. We advise multi-national companies in the establishment and growth of their operations and facilities in the U.S., frequently serving as their U.S. general legal counsel. Our international experience, cultural insight and the multilingual capability of our attorneys and staff make us uniquely qualified to represent companies of all sizes in all phases of the business life cycle. Our experience ranges from complex M&A and financing transactions, to tax analysis and real estate deals, to joint ventures and other development arrangements, to general day-to-day operations counsel. In everything we do, we focus on providing timely and highly customized services that fit our clients’ needs.
Masuda Funai is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace.
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Worksite address
torrance, CA, 90504, US
Who can apply
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