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Our client, a Public Interest Law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join their “Best Places to Work” firm. This is mostly a remote position, but expect to be in the office a few times a month for periodic meetings and events .

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and ambitious Senior Associate with a passion for mission-driven work, to join our dynamic legal team, specializing in handling complex consumer class actions related to data privacy and misuse. A successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload involving complex legal issues surrounding data privacy cases including data breaches, data misuse, as well as other complex consumer class actions. An ideal candidate must possess excellent writing skills, and ability to independently take depositions and argue motions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with the leaders in this field, making a meaningful impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluating new cases; preparing and reviewing case proposals

• Conducting legal research

• Developing and recommending case strategy

• Drafting motions and briefs in file-ready form and overseeing their filing process

• Preparing, finalizing, and serving associated documents related to litigation, such as stipulations, discovery letters, joint statements, and proposed orders

• Corresponding with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients as necessary

• Drafting, propounding, reviewing, and responding to discovery; managing discovery disputes

• Preparing for and taking/defending depositions

• Attending mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings

• Taking argument at mediation, arbitration, and court hearings

• Attending and/or leading team and firm meetings

• Adhering to all deadlines (internal and court mandated)

• Administrative duties as they relate to the practice of law

  Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Education and/or Experience

• At Least 5 years Litigation Experience

• CA Bar Admission Required; Nice to have NY or IL. CA bar exam if licensed in other states.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

  Skills and Abilities

• Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills

• Proactive thinker, self-sufficient

• Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills

• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills

• Ability to handle a wide variety of legal matters

• Adherence to all deadlines with effective time management skills.

• Committed to superior client service

• Familiarity with e-filing preferred

  The company offers lots of good benefits along with a vibrant work environment. They have numerous company events and community involvement opportunities. Work from the office or remote. Ample holiday, vacation and personal days along with an attractive benefits package.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.