Senior Attorney

The Lima office is the largest, with more than 300 attorneys. Billable target for associates is 1,800 hours.

Role overview

Salazar & Silva is a regional law firm with offices in Lima and two other cities. You will work directly with clients and partners. Hybrid schedule. Court appearances and client meetings are in person.

Job duties

• Research legal issues on Westlaw or Lexis and write memos.
• Track billable time daily and meet annual hour targets.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and adjusters.
• Attend client development events and bar association functions.
• Report case status to clients, partners and insurance carriers.
• Supervise paralegals and legal assistants on your matters.

What you need

• 5+ years of practice experience in the relevant area of law.
• Valid driver's licence for court appearances across the region.
• Experience with Clio, Filevine or another case management system.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Comfortable with clients, opposing counsel and judges.
• Organised with a heavy caseload and many deadlines.

What we offer

• Private health insurance.
• Hybrid work.
• Savings fund.

Please mention your notice period and expected salary.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Peru.

Start: Immediately.

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