For over 25 years, Reicker Pfau has been a leading full-service law firm serving the Santa Barbara community and clients throughout California and the United States. Reicker Pfau has a well-earned reputation for effective and personalized counsel and advocacy in a variety of practice areas, including business transactions, real estate transactions, corporate law, civil litigation, land use, employment law, and estate planning. As a workplace, Reicker Pfau offers a collegial, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment that encourages associates to take ownership over their careers and their place in the firm.
Position Summary
Our Litigation Group is seeking a highly qualified Mid to Senior-Level Business/General Litigation Associate to join our dynamic legal team. The firm’s litigation practice spans commercial and business disputes, employment litigation, trusts & estates, real estate, and land use matters. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of litigation experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively manage a caseload and take ownership over ensuring the progress of the case.
- Draft pleadings, pre-trial motions, and oppositions with precision and clarity.
- Initiate and respond to written discovery requests efficiently.
- Take and defend depositions of clients, opposing parties, and third-party witnesses.
- Conduct comprehensive legal and factual research to support court filings and client advice.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Attend pre-trial court appearances and represent clients confidently.
- Assist senior litigation counsel in preparing for and participating in arbitrations and trials.
- Contribute to post-trial motions and appellate briefs.
- Delegate tasks to paralegals and legal assistants, supervising their work to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Qualifications
- Admitted to practice before the California Bar.
- 5-8 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in civil and business litigation.
- Strong reading comprehension, legal writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent decision-making, critical thinking, and active listening abilities.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Highly capable using legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw) and litigation support software.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively managing multiple priorities.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation ranging from $160,000 to $210,000, depending on experience.
- Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Retirement Plans (subject to Plan eligibility requirements).
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Stipend for business development and MCLE.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Process
Please submit your resume and cover letter to TCook@rppmh.com.