Job Description

Company Description

The Law Offices of Nate Kelly, founded in 2010, offer a range of business legal services, representing clients in both transactions and litigations (disputes). Based in both San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Law Offices of Nate Kelly represent businesses and individuals when involved in business management, contractual, and monetary disputes, with a particular expertise in bet-the-company litigation and business buy-outs. Current cases include breach of contract business litigation, hostile takeover litigation, securities sale dispute resolution, and intellectual property litigation. The firm's transactional practice includes corporate finance and organization, commercial contracts, intellectual property licensing, securities transactions, negotiating high-level partnerships, start-up advising, and non-profit representation.

Having successfully closed negotiated and closed deals and settlements of more than two hundred million dollars ($200,000,000) in the last decade, the firm's results speak to their capabilities and track record of success.

The firm's founder, attorney Nate Kelly, is a business attorney and startup specialist with extensive deal making and litigation expertise: $100M+ in securities transactions;

$150M+ in start-up client revenue; and $100M+ negotiated settlements. He has been recognized annually by San Francisco and Los Angeles Magazine as one of the best attorneys in California since 2016.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney. This position offers a highly skilled Senior Litigation Associate the opportunity to work closely with the firm's founder and Of Counsel on complex cases and contribute to the growth of a boutique law firm. The ideal candidate will be experienced in all phases of litigation, possess strong communication and negotiation skills, and be able to effectively manage a caseload while collaborating with team members. 

Responsibilities

Case Management:

• Independently manage a caseload of complex litigation matters, from inception to resolution, under the guidance of partners. 

Litigation Practice:

• Prepare for, conduct, and attend hearings, depositions, and draft pleadings, discovery, and motions, as well as mediations and trials/arbitrations. 

Legal Research & Analysis:

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support litigation strategies and case preparation. 

Legal Document Preparation:

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail. 

Trial Preparation:

• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit organization. 

Discovery Management:

• Manage discovery processes, including document production and interrogatories. 

Client Relations:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates and addressing their concerns. 

Teamwork:

• Collaborate effectively with founder, of counsel, outside firms, paralegals, and other team members to develop and implement case strategies. 

Business Development:

• Participate in networking and business development activities to grow the firm's client base. 

Qualifications

Education and Licensing:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. 
• Active membership in the relevant state bar. 

Experience:

• 5-8 years of litigation experience, preferably in a firm setting. 
• Experience with complex cases, including trial preparation and courtroom experience. 
• Ideally, specific business litigation experience (breach of contract, trade-secret, and securities law litigation preferred).

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills. 
• Strong oral advocacy skills, with the ability to present arguments effectively in court. 
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and drafting pleadings and motions. 

Other:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis), and case management software. 
• Ability to manage multiple active cases with efficiency. 
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work independently. 
• Strong communication and client interaction skills. 

Benefits of Joining a Boutique Firm (Special Considerations)

• Smaller caseloads and more specialized practice
• More direct client contact and ownership of cases
• More flexible work arrangements / better work-life balance (compensation more closely aligned with employee goals and desires)
• Strong focus on collaboration and client satisfaction

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