Attorney — Los Angeles or San Francisco

Who We Are

There has never been a better time to join Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum a growing firm of nimble defense lawyers who help clients simplify the process of complex litigation.

From our offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we help clients confront and overcome a wide variety of complex claims in state and federal court throughout California. At EGHB, we serve as outside counsel for businesses, insurance companies, and the public sector. Our firm has deep trial experience to win motions and achieve defense verdicts. We resolve cases in the most efficient and favorable manner possible.

Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum is currently accepting resumes for a mid to senior level Associate Attorney. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of California. Experience in our areas of practice is an added advantage, though not mandatory.

About the Role

  • Handle all aspects of pre-trial and trial work.
  • Track case status by monitoring weekly personal calendar and communicating regularly with case manager.
  • Attend weekly round table meeting and calendar meeting.
  • Keep docket clerks apprised of changes to case calendars by communicating regularly via email.
  • Able to effectively supervise staff and collaborate with other attorneys to successfully complete assignments.
  • Enter billable time into computer daily and meet a minimum billing requirement of 158.34 hours per month net of write downs (1900 per year).
  • Ensure all functions are performed in exact accordance with applicable client guidelines available on the firm intranet.
  • Remain flexible and open to requests for support or assistance outside of the scope of this job description and to other duties as directed by the client coordinators.

What We Are Looking For

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California.
  • Litigation experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate tactfully with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients.

*Work may also require traveling to offsite locations for depositions, collecting records and information, or filing documents with courts.

Annual Salary: $110,000-$135,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits.
*Equal Opportunity Employer.
*Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Collaborative and diverse work environment
  • Growth opportunities within the firm
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Recently, our Managing Partner Noel Edlin spoke with Authority Magazine’s Eric L. Pines about what it takes to run a successful law firm. Some key takeaways: make DEI central to your firm culture, be a lifelong learner, and invest in your people. Read the full interview here.

EGHB is one of just 43 U.S.-based law firms named to Bloomberg Law’s DEI Framework. The framework is a listing of law firms that meet or exceed the highest standards for diversity, equity, and inclusion and it plays an important role in advancing the legal profession. To learn more about EGHB’s success and the DEI Framework, please read the formal announcement here: https://bit.ly/3w1U7rW

Please submit your resume to Jon Piggins via email at: [email protected]