SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW
In-House Senior Attorney - Martinez, Dieterich & Zarcone Legal Group (Clovis)
SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
We are seeking a Senior Attorney to for our Fresno team!
General Duties:
Handle and manage litigation files from inception through trial, with reduced caseload in order to manage the office
Prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, demands and responses
Draft reports and provide file analysis
Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established for Staff Counsel for Fred Loya Insurance Agency, Inc., and the Loya Insurance Group
Responsibilities:
Manage a staff of 3-4 attorneys and paralegals
Oversight of office operations for Fresno office and staff
Represent clients in civil court and civil litigation proceedings, including trials
Prepare and draft legal pleadings and other documents on behalf of clients
Advise clients on business and legal transactions relating to civil defense proceedings
Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
Skills necessary for this position:
Superior awareness of and compliance with all applicable rules of professional conduct
Substantial experience in civil litigation, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
Comprehensive legal knowledge which promotes standards of professional practice and strong knowledge of the litigation environment in California
Qualifications:
Member in good standing with the State Bar of California
Minimum 7 years of civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
Admission of CA Bar
Trial experience is required.
Familiarity with civil pleadings and legal proceedings
Strong research and writing skills and excellent work ethic required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $165,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year depending on experience with $5,000 sign-on bonus
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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