Job Summary Farmers Insurance is seeking a law student to join their Los Angeles branch legal office located in downtown Los Angeles. This is an opportunity to work alongside accomplished defense attorneys in the practice of insurance defense litigation. As an intern, you will learn valuable skills and knowledge of the civil litigation process by drafting and responding to discovery demands, conducting legal research and drafting motions. You may also shadow our staff defense attorneys at hearings, depositions, mediations and trials. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the profession and is seeking a work environment rich in experience, opportunity, and knowledge.
Minimum Qualifications
Second or Third-Year law student
Available for employment of at least 20 hours per week
Interest in civil litigation, particularly personal injury and/or insurance defense
Additional Skills
Classes in legal research, torts and civil procedure preferred
Skilled research and writer
Ability to analyze legal issues and apply appropriate legal principles.
Capable of obtaining and presenting material in oral and/or written form
Perform research and analyses of files, case law, statutes and other relevant material and prepare appropriate motions.
Desire to learn litigation practice
A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Skills that will be Developed
Principles of effective legal writing and verbal presentations for maximum impact
Analytical analysis of liability and damages
Development and execution of a discovery plans
Understanding of civil litigation
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