Associate Attorney

Gupta and Ayres is a boutique litigation law firm in San Diego and has an immediate opening for a litigation Associate Attorney to join the Practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 0-2 years of civil litigation experience, be licensed to practice in California, and have a background in business and/or real estate disputes. This is an opportunity for an attorney to create his or her own environment and actively shape the growth of something special. Applicant must be an active member of the CA State Bar in good standing.

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

Proven skills in writing, analysis, oral advocacy, and research are essential. The Attorney will have the opportunity to be involved in every aspect of litigation and must show a strong desire to handle a case at all stages, including responding to demand letters, drafting and responding to complaints, conducting depositions, coordinating discovery, drafting legal research memos, motions, briefs and declarations, attending hearings and providing oral arguments and assisting with trial. A more detailed Position Description is below.

The Practice offers a base salary with benefits and an attorney bonus structure beginning after six months. Salaries are commensurate with experience. The Practice also provides paid vacation, paid health insurance, and participation in the firm's 401K matching plan. A more detailed look at the Practice including areas of expertise, values, and overall client philosophy can be found at *Detailed Position Description:*

*Litigation (90%)*

· *Intake *

* Initial meeting with Senior Attorney and potential client;
* Draft initial demand letters and pre-litigation correspondence;
* Draft initial Complaint based on client interviews;
* Draft response(s) to Complaint based on circumstances.

· *Manage Control of Client Matters*

* Adhering to deadlines (responsive pleadings (e.g. demurrers) / answer / Motions for Summary Judgment / Discovery / Cutoffs);
* Developing case strategy with Senior Attorneys, including budgets and discovery plans;
* Maintain excellent communication with clients.

· *Motion Practice*

* Gather facts and perform research related to the particular Motion;
* Draft pleadings responsive to Complaint (e.g. Answer, Motion to Strike, Demurrer), Motions For Summary Judgment, Trial-Related Motions;
* Meet and confer with opposing counsel as needed;
* Attend hearings and orally argue Motions as needed.

· *Discovery Practice*

* Draft and propound basic written discovery;
* Coordinate and conduct expert witness discovery;
* Defend and conduct depositions of party, lay and expert witnesses;
* Discovery-related Motion practice.

· *Research and Writing*

* Attend mediations and prepare for the same;
* Trial preparation and assistance during trials;
* Post-litigation matters and judgment enforcement.

*Bankruptcy Matters (10%)*

* Client Intake: review client requirements for bankruptcy qualification, initial appointments.
* Attend 341 Hearings if necessary

*Marketing and Business Development (As Desired): *

* The Practice does not hold significant expectations for business development. The Practice does have a path to becoming an income partner in which business development will help augment the associates income, but its not necessary.

The firm offers a positive and supportive work environment, where everyone from top to bottom helps each other grow and gives mutual respect to one another. While the candidate can expect a robust and challenging workload, we are firm believers of a healthy work-life balance, often taking team outings and hosting social events around San Diego. In order to facilitate that environment, we maintain a relatively low billable hours requirement at 120 hours per month. xhqgsiq

To apply, please e-mail your resume, a writing sample, and a paragraph or two about yourself (who YOU are) in the body of the email, to

Gupta & Ayres is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person