Civil Litigation Attorney

Location: Irvine,CA, US Date Posted: 08-02-2026 Experience: Mid Level Salary: $170,000 - $250,000 per year Job Details A well-established California boutique litigation firm is seeking two Associate Attorneys with personal injury and civil litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who are comfortable independently managing cases and want sophisticated litigation work, meaningful responsibility and strong long-term earning potential. The firm offers the resources and case complexity of a larger practice while maintaining a collegial, collaborative and genuinely enjoyable boutique environment. Responsibilities: Independently manage a personal injury and civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution Draft pleadings, motions, discovery and substantive legal analysis Take and defend party, witness and expert depositions Participate in mediations and settlement conferences Develop case strategy and provide evaluations and recommendations to clients Prepare cases for trial and participate meaningfully in the trial process Attend court hearings and other litigation-related proceedings Collaborate with partners, associates and professional support staff Qualifications: Active California Bar license in good standing Approximately 3–8 years of legal experience Personal injury and civil litigation experience Experience independently handling an active caseload Prior participation in mediations Experience taking expert depositions Experience preparing cases for trial Strong legal writing, communication, research and case-management skills Typical annual billable-hour expectation of approximately 1,850–1,950 hours Flexibility to consider a lower billable-hour requirement at a corresponding compensation level Generous bonus structure for hours billed above the applicable threshold Significant long-term compensation and advancement potential A stable employment history and interest in building a long-term career with one firm Compensation and Billable Hours Work Arrangement: Fully remote Hybrid Fully in-office Base compensation starting at approximately $170,000, depending on experience, qualifications and performance expectations. A bit about us: This well-established California boutique litigation firm is known for its sophisticated casework, long-tenured team and collaborative culture. The firm offers attorneys meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction and significant opportunities for professional and financial growth. The environment is collegial, supportive and genuinely enjoyable, with attorneys and staff who value teamwork, stability and long-term relationships. The firm also hosts social events and has built a culture where employees enjoy working together both inside and outside the office. Why join us: This is a stable boutique firm with long-tenured employees, approachable leadership and a collegial, fun working environment. Attorneys are given meaningful responsibility, strong earning potential and the opportunity to develop a lasting career rather than simply move from position to position. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in stability and growth. Candidates with a pattern of changing firms approximately once per year are unlikely to be the best fit. #legal #insurance-defense #discovery #trial #mediation #deposition #court-hearing #civil-motions #defense-work #law-and-motion #tier3 #J-18808-Ljbffr