Associate Attorney - Litigation

Associate Attorney - Litigation $130,000 - $180,000 per year | Santa Ana, CA | On-site | Permanent Urgently hiring Associate Attorney! A bit about us: Nuclear verdicts have made high‑stakes litigation a defining challenge for corporate America. It is why leading companies across industries rely on my client in the toughest disputes and jurisdictions nationwide. For an associate, that means you will not spend years on the sidelines waiting for a courtroom. Our Orange County team defends complex, high‑exposure cases that actually go to trial, with associates taking on critical roles in the outcomes we deliver for clients. You would be part of a national defense litigation firm that has represented more than half of the Fortune 500 and has over 250 attorneys and professionals in 19 offices across 14 states. The firm was recently identified as a top law firm for associates and distinguished for activities that drive job satisfaction in BTI Consulting's 2026 Associate Satisfaction A‑Listers Survey of Law Firms Where Associates are Happiest. Core defense litigation work in the Orange County office includes general liability, transportation, construction, premises liability, product liability, professional liability, toxic tort, and environmental litigation for clients ranging from global corporations to local businesses. Why join us? Compensation: $130,000–$180,000 base salary, depending on experience. Retirement: Annual 3% 401(k) contribution, 100% vested from day one, plus eligibility for annual profit sharing based on firm performance contributed to your 401(k). Flexibility: Hybrid remote or full‑time onsite. Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 24/7 Teladoc access, life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability. Wellbeing: Free counseling and work/life specialist support through our Employee Assistance Program, plus Sibly digital coaching. Family: Paid maternity and paternity leave, Milk Stork support for nursing mothers who travel, and up to five days of paid bereavement leave. Growth: Mentorship, professional development, and different career paths. The firm has elected several new partners out of the Orange County office over the past couple of years. Job Details What You Will Do Take and defend depositions. Prepare and argue motions in state and federal court. Develop case strategy alongside partners, including discovery planning, records analysis, client interviews, and witness preparation. Work directly with nationally recognized trial lawyers to prepare cases for trial. Handle research and briefing in complex litigation. What You Need California bar license. 0–6 years of litigation experience. Client‑focused and collaborative approach. Critical thinking, strategic judgment, and instincts to think on your feet and work independently. Strong writing, research, and analytical skills. Ability to communicate with brevity and influence decisions. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment