Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney - Construction & Civil Litigation

Irvine, California | Hybrid Schedule

A respected litigation practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience to join its Irvine office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated construction and civil litigation matters alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Work directly with experienced partners
• Exposure to high-profile and complex litigation matters
• Collaborative team-based approach to case management
• Strong attorney retention and long-term career growth potential
• Opportunity to represent major national and international clients

Position Highlights

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day remote
• Salary: $195,000 to $220,000, depending on experience
• Bonus eligible
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• 1,950 annual billable hour requirement
• Strong mentorship and professional development

Practice Areas

• Construction Litigation
• Civil Litigation
• Public & Private Works Disputes

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal filings
• Handle law and motion practice
• Manage discovery and document review
• Assist with case strategy and client communications
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams
• Manage cases from inception through resolution

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission
• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Experience with California civil procedure, discovery, and motion practice
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following areas is highly valued:

• Construction litigation
• Change order disputes
• Delay and disruption claims
• Mechanic's liens
• Public and private works matters

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.