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Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a dynamic and growing national litigation firm with a strong presence in the Los Angeles, California market. We are seeking an experienced Appellate Attorney to join our team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling Appellate matters and a proven track record of success.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining positive client relationships, observing confidentiality of client matters, and working collaboratively with the team. FMG lawyers have gained valuable insight into how trial courts render their decisions and how those decisions are analyzed by appellate courts by serving as clerks and staff attorneys for trial courts and appellate judges, on both the state and federal bench.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy

· Prepare and respond to discovery

· Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings

· Explain legal options to clients and bring possible outcomes or threats to their attention

Requirements:

· Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school

· In good standing and able to practice law in the state of California

· Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background

· Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals

· Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive

· Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver

· Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals

· Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision

· Detail oriented, organized and effective

· Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff

· Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook

· Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

What we offer:

· Competitive compensation

· Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm

· Speaking and writing opportunities

· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision

· Bar expenses paid by Firm

· HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents

· 401K Plan

· Company provided life insurance up to $150k

· Company paid long-term disability coverage

· Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives

· Regular, firmwide socials and events

· Employee Assistance Program

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment dependent on successful completion of a background check.