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Counts Law Firm

PT Business/Real Estate Litigation Attorney [Independent Contractor]

Counts Law Firm, Topeka, Kansas, United States

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PT BUSINESS/REAL ESTATE LITIGATION ATTORNEY [INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR]

With a commitment to delivering top-tier service to our clients, we are looking for a dedicated professional who can navigate the complexities of litigation support with precision and diligence. QUALIFICATIONS:

CALIFORNIA BAR LICENSE EXPERIENCE:

3-7 years

of business and/or real estate litigation experience in LA County courts in a local law firm. EDUCATION:

JD from an accredited law school. LOCATION:

Live and work experience in LA County. COMMUNICATION : Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Spanish Speaking Optional. CHARACTER:

Detail-oriented, diligent, and able to “hit the ground running.” Accept criticism and direction well. Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision. Exceptional problem-solving skills and work ethic. Professional appearance.

TECHNOLOGY:

Advanced skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe, Dropbox, Zoom, Slack, Asana, Lexis, Rutters Guides. Home office in a quiet professional location (no background noise). REFERENCES:

Trustworthy, dependable, and clear background report. JOB DESCRIPTION:

Applicants must have experience and the ability to complete the following independently: COURT APPEARANCES

( Phone, Video, and/or In-Person – only if required )

Case Management Conferences Status/Trial Setting/Final Status Conferences Motions Depositions/Mediations/Trials

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Supervise Paralegals assisting with work product including Pleadings, Motions re: Service, Motions re: Default, Post Judgment, etc. Communicate with clients by telephone, Zoom video, and/or email. Communicate/meet & confer with opposing counsel.

RESEARCH, DRAFTING, & DOCUMENTATION:

Review case files including intakes, court case summaries, court filings, evidence, etc. Legal Research Memos using: Rutter’s Guides, Annotated Codes, Lexis/Westlaw, Google, etc. Draft and respond to legal documents:

Opposing Counsel Correspondence. Discovery/Responses/Motions Trial Documents: Briefs, Witness Lists, and Exhibit Lists

Assign, supervise, revise, and sign all substantive documents that paralegals prepare. Document billable hours per client per month pursuant to approved budgets. Other projects as assigned by Managing Attorney.

HOW TO APPLY:

Describe your prior

experience and qualifications

for this position. Provide your salary expectations. Provide a link to your LinkedIn and/or social media so we can learn more about you. Attach

RECENT WRITING SAMPLE(S)

of your best, most recent work (redacted as necessary). A

research memo, a motion, and a brief , if applicable. ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

JOB TYPE:

Part-time, Contract PAY:

$100.00 – $125.00 per hour SCHEDULE:

Choose your own hours WORK LOCATION:

Remote We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to developing and advancing a diverse team.

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