Junior Associate Attorney

About the company:

Perez LLP has three attorneys, two paralegals and a receptionist. We practice general law in a small town, so one day might be a closing and the next a custody hearing.

About the role:

We're looking for a Junior Associate Attorney to join our team. This is a remote role. We are looking for an attorney who can manage their own files, take depositions and argue motions without hand-holding. Billable hour expectation is 1,800 per year, with a bonus above target. You can work from home anywhere in the US. We have no office requirement. Normal working hours, Monday to Friday.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of 40 to 60 active matters.
• Review contracts, wills, deeds or other transactional documents, depending on practice area.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and adjusters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery.
• Report case status to clients, partners and insurance carriers.

What we're looking for:

• 0-2 years of practice experience in the relevant area of law.
• Deposition and motion practice experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.

Pluses:

• Jury trial experience.
• Law review or moot court experience.

Perks and benefits:

• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• Paid sick leave.
• $1,000 home office setup budget.
• Flexible schedule.

This position requires a background check.

Start: Within 30 days.

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