Spring Associate (Post Bar Exam Law Clerk)

​​Position: Spring Associate (Post Bar Exam Law Clerk)

Compensation: $2,900 per week (Full-time, Non-Exempt)

Eligibility: Must have a JD Degree and plan to take the February 2025 California Bar Exam

Locations: Irvine, CA and Torrance CA (No Remote Work Available)

Program Dates: March 11, 2025 to May 1, 2025 (Please note this is a Temporary Position.)

Submission Requirement: Please submit your resume and a cover letter (in a single PDF document) outlining your qualifications, how you align with our firm’s culture and values, and what you hope to gain from this program.

Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by January 17, 2025, for consideration.

Company: The Legacy Lawyers, P.C. (Probate Litigation): We are a high-conflict estate and trust litigation law firm that represents people from all walks of life involved in inheritance disputes. We are not an estate planning firm.

Culture: We are a dynamic team of America-First Patriots who place the utmost importance on God, family, and country. Our culture is rooted in merit-based promotions, uncompromising integrity, and exceptional client service. We take decisive action, exude positivity, and are excited about using our litigation talents to make a meaningful difference in our communities.

Program Description: This program serves as a hands-on evaluation period to assess your readiness for a full-time Associate Attorney role. Successful Spring Associates will receive a conditional offer of full-time employment, pending admission to the California Bar.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft legal pleadings, memoranda, discovery plans, and other case-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support ongoing litigation.
• Propound and respond to discovery, including form and special interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and subpoenas.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and paralegals on complex estate, trust, and conservatorship cases.
• Assist in client relationship management to instill trust and confidence in our firm.
• Utilize legal practice management software and tools efficiently.
• Develop and maintain organized case files, databases, and supporting documentation.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Participate in strategy meetings and contribute to achieving client objectives.

Qualifications

• You must be registered to take the February 2025 California Bar Exam
• You must have strong organizational skills, maturity, good judgment, and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• You must have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• You must have computer skills, including proficiency in Google Suite
• Preferred candidates will have demonstrated a track record of success in professional or extracurricular endeavors

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Professional mentorship
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigation attorneys
• Gain exposure to high-stake cases
• Pathway to full-time employment as an Associate Attorney