*Job Summary*
*Premier AV rated civil litigation* firm has an *immediate opening *for an associate in their San Diego office with a minimum of 3-6 years of experience in employment law.
Significant experience necessary in performing all aspects of discovery in employment matters as well as attending mediations.
Must also have ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
We are looking for candidates who are motivated, reliable and can assume responsibility working as an integral part of a collaborative team as well as independently.
_*Offices are currently remote but we require you to be in the greater San Diego area.
In-person/hybrid/remote flexibility.
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*Responsibilities and Duties*
Associates are given meaningful, hands on legal work at every stage of their careers while working closely with other attorneys and Partners.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a track record of insightful research and persuasive writing abilities.
We are looking for candidates who can assume immediate responsibility and are willing to work as an integral part of a collaborative team.
Must also have the ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
*Qualifications and Skills*
* JD must be from an accredited law school
* Licensed to practice in California
* 3 to 6 years of experience in employment matters
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* State court experience
* Strong analytical skills and deadline-conscious
* Ability and desire to provide excellent work product that reflects strong research, writing, and analytical skills as well as drafting pleadings
*Culture and Diversity *
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community of professionals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender or gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, diverse abilities, or Veteran status.
With these different backgrounds come different approaches, ideas and perspectives, which we believe is how an organization grows and thrives.
*Benefits*
In addition to a collegial working environment that offers training, mentorship and support to help develop your career toward partnership, we offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
* Competitive salary
* Excellent benefits including 401K which is voluntary and self-directed with employer match
* Health insurance: Firm pays 90% of the cost for employee coverage under the HMO plan.
* Life insurance coverage for you and your dependents
* Income protection in the event of a Long Term Disability
* Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate benefits provided at no cost to employees and are paid entirely by the firm
* Dental insurance – employer paid 50%
* Vision insurance – employer paid 75%
* Long Term Care and Flexible Spending accounts
* Eligibility to participate in the firm's year-end bonus program
* Referral fee programs
* Opportunity for advancement
* Professional but business casual work environment
* Paid parking in the building
Murchison & Cumming provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.
00 - $140,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Offices currently remote.
Application Question(s):
* Are you licensed to practice in California?
* Do you live in or are in commutable distance to San Diego?
Education:
* Doctorate (Required)
Experience:
* employment law: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92101
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