Trial Attorney

Avata Partners is seeking two Trial Attorney 

Responsibilities:

• Litigate unlawful detainer actions in California state courts on behalf of property owners and managers, including preparation of trial materials and witnesses
• Provide legal advice through phone consultations, assessing the facts and issues of each scenario and counseling clients accordingly
• Respond to client questions and concerns in order to increase and retain business
• Work with legal staff to ensure that all pre-trial motions, pleadings, and discovery documents are prepared and completed
• Prepare documents including letters, stipulations, surrender agreements, and the like based on client needs
• Propound and respond to discovery, depositions, and motions; prepare trial briefs
• Assist with other landlord tenant matters as work permits, including drafting notices and providing consultations to clients

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• J.D. and active California Bar license
• 1+ year of trial experience
• Strong oral advocacy skills
• Knowledge of trial procedure and evidence code
• Ability to work with people of all educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds who may have differing communication abilities
• Must be willing to spend multiple days per week in court

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Knowledge of unlawful detainer law
• Jury trial experience
• Contact with the rental housing industry