Associate Attorney (Elder Abuse) - REMOTE

Overview

Full-time Associate Attorney position in the Legal field. Day shift. Salary range: $150,000.00 - $300,000.00.

Based in Los Angeles, this role supports the litigation department with a focus on elder abuse cases, including matters involving skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and other care providers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated elder abuse, neglect, and related personal injury matters from filing through resolution or trial
• Investigate and evaluate potential claims involving nursing home neglect, assisted living facility negligence, inadequate care, and other forms of elder abuse
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, facility personnel, and expert witnesses
• Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings
• Review medical records, facility records, care plans, incident reports, and other evidence to identify liability and support case strategy
• Work with medical professionals, expert witnesses, clients, and their families to build strong cases
• Maintain compassionate and consistent communication with elderly clients and their family members throughout the litigation process
• Evaluate damages, develop litigation strategies, participate in settlement negotiations, and prepare cases for trial
• Oversee and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants assigned to litigation cases
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with applicable legal and firm standards

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of litigation experience in personal injury, elder abuse, medical malpractice, nursing home litigation, or civil litigation (preferred)
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations
• Familiarity with medical records, negligence claims, and complex liability issues (a plus)
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload, prioritize deadlines, and work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-centered approach, particularly when working with elderly individuals and their families
• Compassion, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in elder abuse and related claims involving skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and other care providers
• Prior involvement with motion practice, discovery, and settlement negotiations in civil litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed competitive pay plan
• Proficiency/performance bonus
• 401(k)
• 80 hours of vacation during the first year of employment
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Location

Los Angeles