Associate Attorney

What You'll Do Take full autonomy over cases from inception through trial Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial briefs Take and defend depositions Appear in court for hearings and motion practice Communicate directly with clients and contribute meaningfully to case strategy Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations Prepare for trial and gain second chair experience Contribute to emerging California employment case law Requirements An active California Bar member with 1-7 years of litigation experience — employment law background preferred, but what matters most is that you're hungry to try cases and grow. Write and argue with precision and confidence Can own a caseload Are genuinely drawn to the courtroom, not just the conference room Have trial or substantial trial-prep experience (a strong plus, not a dealbreaker) Benefits Base salary of $150,000-$170,000 commensurate with experience, plus settlement commissions up to 6.5% per case. Many Shegerian associates out-earn peers at BigLaw and comparable plaintiff firms Ownership & Advancement Merit-based path to advancement with real shareholder opportunities — no arbitrary timelines, no politics The Professional Stuff, Covered Bar dues, MCLEs, and referral bonuses are all on the firm. Stay sharp, stay connected, and get rewarded for bringing in colleagues Culture You Can Feel Firm-sponsored social and networking events that build real relationships — not just an item on a benefits sheet Workplace: Hybrid Industry-Leading Benefits Firm pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision Firm pays 100% of all Silver-level medical plans Firm contributes approximately 10% toward retirement (3% Safe Harbor + 7% Profit Sharing) $500 annual FSA contribution Time for Life: Accrual of 80 hours of PTO (additional 40 hours on 3rd anniversary), sick pay, plus your birthday off as a fully paid day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shegerian & Associates