Job Description

Position Type: Full Time,

Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $300,000.00 Salary,

Job Shift: Day,

Job Category: Legal, Associate Attorney – Elder Abuse Litigation

Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $3 billion for our clients. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join our Litigation Department, with a focus on elder abuse cases. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney passionate about advocating for vulnerable individuals and holding negligent parties accountable.

The ideal candidate has experience in civil litigation and a strong interest in elder abuse cases, including matters involving skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and other care providers. You should be comfortable handling complex litigation, developing case strategies, and working closely with clients and their families to pursue meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities include

• 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

Skills & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and an 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 is 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

We offer an excellent compensation package, including

• 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

At BD&J, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best results to our clients and know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

BD&J is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

BD&J is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to complying with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. No questions included in our application process are intended to secure information for unlawful purposes.

Consistent with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

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