HUGHES & HUGHES, LLP
PALM DESERT, CA US
Are you looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you opportunities to further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! Our firm is hiring an associate attorney who will work with us by conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining client files, meeting with clients and experts and appearing in court.
The ideal candidate will have some courtroom experience and strong legal research and writing skills.
Responsibilities
Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
Prepare correspondences and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
Qualifications
Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
Candidates must have passed the bar exam and possess a current State of California Bar Card
Juris doctorate (J.
D.
) degree required from an accredited law school
Effective communications skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff, clients and opposing counsel
Experience propounding and responding to all forms of discovery
Ability to manage your own caseload from inception to case resolution
About Hughes & Hughes, LLP
At Hughes & Hughes, we approach your family law matter professionally and compassionately.
While we are seasoned family attorney, we are also spouses, parents, and grandparents.
We understand that any family law issues you encounter creates a crisis in the client’s life and the lives of those they love.
Our goal is to help guide them through their legal proceedings quickly and return peace of mind and normalcy to their life.
Our office offers competitive compensation packages that include paid sick time, paid vacation time, holidays, and healthcare benefits.
All interested candidates, please email your resume, with a cover letter regarding your interest in the firm to achriss@hughesandhughesca.
com
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