Litigation Attorney

Trueline’s client, a respected full-service law firm based in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join their dynamic and collaborative litigation team.

Must-Haves as the Litigation Associate Attorney:

• Active California Bar license, in good standing.
• Minimum 3-7 years of litigation experience, ideally including insurance defense or personal injury matters.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research tools and case management platforms (e.g., NetDocuments, Centerbase).
• Ability to prioritize multiple matters independently while remaining a strong team player.

What You'll Do as the Litigation Associate Attorney:

• Manage all phases of litigation including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep across a diverse docket—especially personal injury and insurance defense.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft persuasive pleadings, motions, and discovery-related documents.
• Prepare and defend clients in depositions; take fact and expert witness depositions with strategic focus.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff on trial prep, site investigations, and evidentiary hearings.

Nice-to-Haves as the Litigation Associate Attorney:

• Background in complex litigation or other areas such as corporate or construction law.
• Hands-on trial experience or courtroom advocacy background.
• Enthusiasm for mentorship, professional development, and long-term firm growth.

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive salary range of $140,000–$170,000, plus profit-sharing potential.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, HSA/FSA options, life and disability coverage, EAP, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and coverage of CLE, bar dues, and licensing expenses.
• Hybrid work flexibility available after a 90-day in-office onboarding period.
• Growth opportunities within a firm that values collaboration, initiative, and long-term success.

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.