Nukk-Freeman & Cera, P.C. is looking to hire an experienced Associate for our growing West Coast office.  NFC expects this position to be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: 1,800 BH - Fulltime

Essential Functions:

Applicants must have at least 8 years of substantive employment law experience.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment litigation matters for private sector corporate clients in California, specifically:

• Case analysis, strategy, and oversight
• Budgeting and case management
• Proactive communication with NFC team
• Proactive communication with NFC clients
• Preparing pleadings and motions
• Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
• Preparing and responding to motions
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, motions, mediations
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Assisting with the counseling of clients on a wide variety of employment issues

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the CA Bar
• Experience supervising junior attorneys is a plus
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters