Manning Kass LLP – Education Law Attorney

Company Intro
About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.
Job Description/Duties
Responsibilities

• Analyze, assess, and execute litigation strategies through all stages of litigation.
• Conduct depositions, propound and respond to written discovery.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, offering detailed liability and damage analyses.
• Represent clients in litigation proceedings, such as hearings, motions, and mediations.
• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
Job Criteria
Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Admissions to the California State Bar.
• 4+ years of litigation experience is preferred.
• Trials and/or administrative hearings a plus.
• Excellent analytical, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in civil litigation; experience representing public entities or education agencies strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of laws and procedures applicable to public entities, including governmental immunities and claims statutes.
Salary Range/Hourly Rate
$135,000 – $180,000
Other Benefits and Perks
Company Offers

• Salary starting at $135,000 – $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a competitive salary and an exciting bonus program to reward outstanding performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Job Category: Civil Litigation
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Los Angeles Riverside San Diego Costa Mesa