Careers | Knight Law Group

A Uniquely Inclusive And Progressive Law Firm

We seek out talented ‘Knights’ from all walks of life. Knight Law Group is comprised of team members who reflect the diversity of the state in which our firm is based. Our progressive law firm brings together the best legal professionals and employees in client service, marketing, human resources and technology. We share similar values regarding integrity, excellence, consumer rights, team growth and individual professional development.

Celebrating Our Clients, Team and Community

In addition to achieving record verdicts and delivering amazing results for our clients, we always make time for gratitude and recognition. Knight Law Group routinely celebrates our clients’ victories, employees’ accomplishments, team members’ birthdays and office-wide holidays. We foster a culture of camaraderie through regular firm-sponsored retreats and team-building events. Our law firm also actively participates in community service through local service events, outreach programs and legal education.

Trial Attorney

Summary

The successful candidate will be a 10+ year attorney, with a successful record of multiple jury verdicts. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for serving the public interest by advocating on behalf of our clients. Being hardworking, dedicated, and discovery driven are all key factors in success at our Firm. Strong communications skills and a can-do attitude are expected of all of our personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assume first chair responsibilities for trial efforts.
Help to develop trial strategy.
Conduct complicated research projects in the prosecution of our cases.
Additional consideration given to those with significant experience in Arbitration, Coordinated Proceedings and Multi-District Litigation.
Direct interface with specialized outside counsel on behalf of the firm and its clients.
Draft moving papers, oppositions involving novel and complicated issues.
Appear at hearing for motions and oppositions.
Conduct depositions of PMK witnesses, apex employees, mechanical and fraud experts, etc.
Seek out and recommend improvements in the client communication efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues to implement policies and develop improvements.
Resolve issues that may arise in a timely manner.
Timely reporting of hours.
Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Managing Partner or Partner.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualities and Skills

These are needed to successfully perform job duties and responsibilities.

Minimum 10 years prior proven working experience as an Attorney.
Minimum J.D., and California Bar license, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrable strength in client communication.
Proficient in MS Office and the use of Attorney timekeeping programs, as well as Client file management.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; both written and verbal.
Ability in decision-making and problem-solving.
Excellent organizational and leaderships skills.
Bilingual Spanish is preferred.
Operate standard office equipment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Career Track

Following multiple years practicing as a Trial Attorney for the firm, and depending upon the attorney’s goals and performance, a Trial Attorney could pursue a path towards a Partner position.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to general office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Company Perks

Competitive pay and benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k)
Extended and comprehensive training
Weekly breakfast provided for staff (When Return To Office)
Monthly birthday celebrations (When Return To Office)
Fun company culture with an emphasis on teamwork

Knight Law Group, LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Knight Law Group, LLP will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Senior Attorney

Summary

The successful candidate will be a 5+ year attorney, who demonstrates a passion for serving the public interest by advocating on behalf of our clients. Being hardworking, dedicated, and discovery driven are all key factors in success at our Firm. Strong communications skills and a can-do attitude are expected of all of our personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct complicated research projects in the prosecution of our cases.
Assume responsibilities for trial efforts, typically as second chair or third chair.
Direct interface with trial counsel, and other specialized outside counsel on behalf of the firm and its clients.
Draft moving papers, oppositions involving novel and complicated issues.
Appear at hearing for motions and oppositions.
Conduct depositions of PMK witnesses, apex employees, mechanical and fraud experts, etc.
Provide assistance with trial strategy.
Provide senior level oversight of Attorney II and Attorney I employees, as designated by Supervising Partner.
Seek out and recommend improvements in the client communication efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues to implement policies and develop improvements.
Provide legal support for the coordination of inter- and intra-departmental operations.
Resolve issues that may arise in a timely manner.
Timely reporting of hours.
Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Managing Partner, Partner, and/or Trial Attorney.
Other duties as they are assigned.

Qualities and Skills

These are needed to successfully perform job duties and responsibilities.

Minimum 5 years prior proven working experience as an Attorney.
Minimum J.D., and California Bar license.
Demonstrable strength in client communication.
Proficient in MS Office and the use of Attorney timekeeping programs, as well as Client file management.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; both written and verbal.
Ability in decision-making and problem-solving.
Excellent organizational and leaderships skills.
Bilingual Spanish is preferred.
Operate standard office equipment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Career Track

Following multiple years practicing as a Senior Attorney for the firm, and depending upon the attorney’s goals and performance, a Senior Attorney could pursue several different paths including a position as a Trial Attorney.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to general office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Company Perks

Competitive pay and benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k)
Extended and comprehensive training
Weekly breakfast provided for staff (When Return To Office)
Monthly birthday celebrations (When Return To Office)
Fun company culture with an emphasis on teamwork

Knight Law Group, LLP will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Associate Attorney

Summary

The successful candidate will be a third to fifth year attorney, who demonstrates a passion for serving the public interest by advocating on behalf of our clients. Being hardworking, dedicated, and discovery driven are all key factors in success at our Firm. Strong communications skills and a can-do attitude are expected of all of our personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct more specialized research in the discovery phase of all proceedings.
Provide support to basic and intermediate legal proceedings, such as depositions, basic motion hearings, etc.
Provide litigation support in trials, appearances at motions, depositions, and some hearings are likely.
Collaborate with colleagues to implement policies and develop improvements.
Provide legal support for the coordination of inter- and intra-departmental operations.
Resolve issues that may arise in a timely manner.
Assume responsibility for timely reporting of hours.
Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Managing Partner, Partner, Trial Attorney, or Senior Attorney.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualities and Skills

These are needed to successfully perform job duties and responsibilities.

Minimum J.D., and California Bar license, and between 3-5 years of Associate Attorney experience.
Demonstrable strength in client communication.
Proficient in MS Office and the use of Attorney timekeeping programs, as well as Client file management.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; both written and verbal.
Ability in decision-making and problem-solving.
Bilingual Spanish is preferred.
Excellent organizational and leaderships skills.
Operate standard office equipment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Career Track

Following multiple years practicing as an Attorney II for the firm, and depending upon the attorney’s goals and performance, an Attorney II could pursue several different paths including a position as a Senior Attorney.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to general office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Company Perks

Competitive pay and benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k)
Extended and comprehensive training
Weekly breakfast provided for staff
Monthly birthday celebrations
Fun company culture with an emphasis on teamwork

Knight Law Group, LLP will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Associate

Summary

The successful candidate will be a first or second year attorney, who demonstrates a passion for serving the public interest by advocating on behalf of our clients. Being hardworking, dedicated, and discovery driven are all key factors in success at our Firm. Strong communications skills and a can-do attitude are expected of all of our personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct research through various means to identify key litigation points in the development of our cases.
Draft basic motions to be reviewed by senior attorney in the prosecution of our cases.
Some appearances at basic hearings over time and to be accompanied by more senior attorneys.
Collaborate with colleagues to recommend improvements in case management.
Resolve issues that may arise in a timely manner.
Assume responsibility for timely reporting of hours.
Assist in other tasks as assigned by the Managing Partner, Partner, Trial Attorney, and/or Senior Attorney.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualities and Skills

These are needed to successfully perform job duties and responsibilities.

Minimum J.D., and California Bar license, and up to 1 year of Associate Attorney experience.
Solid understanding of Firm client communication functions, including intake and file completion activities.
Bilingual Spanish is preferred.
Proficient in MS Office and databases.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; both written and verbal.
Decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent organizational and leaderships skills.
Operate standard office equipment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Career Track

Following multiple years practicing as an Attorney I for the firm, and depending upon the attorney’s goals and performance, an Attorney I could pursue several different paths including a position as an Attorney II.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to general office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Company Perks

Competitive pay and benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k)
Extended and comprehensive training
Weekly breakfast provided for staff
Monthly birthday celebrations
Fun company culture with an emphasis on teamwork

Knight Law Group, LLP will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.