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Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

$130k - $200k

Orion Placement

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Note: This position requires employees to work a hybrid schedule at the Los Angeles, CA office.

Note: You must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 2 year of civil litigation experience. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-regarded civil litigation defense firm with a longstanding presence across California and Nevada. Known for its supportive and collaborative environment, the firm provides its attorneys with resources to grow their practice while maintaining work-life balance. They pride themselves on professional development, mentorship, and offering meaningful trial and case-handling experience from the outset.

Job Description

  • Serve as primary handling attorney on civil litigation defense cases
  • Manage all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and pre-trial preparation
  • Collaborate with partners and clients to strategize on case development and resolution
  • Prepare legal documents including motions and correspondence
  • Participate in occasional trial preparation and proceedings
  • Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates
  • Utilize a legal assistant for administrative support

Qualifications

  • Must be licensed to practice law in California
  • At least 2 years of civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense side)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with court rules, calendaring, and civil procedure in state and federal courts
  • Ability to manage caseload independently and meet billable hour requirements

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Competitive salary range plus bonuses
  • Hybrid flexibility with an attorney cohort in the San Francisco office
  • Billable bonus structure ($120/hour over 1,860 hours)
  • Firm-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with 4% match after six months
  • Unlimited PTO policy (billable requirements apply)
  • Parental leave and flexible work options
  • Onboarding buddy, attorney mentor, and regular CLE/pro bono opportunities
  • Long-term growth potential with a clear partnership track

JPC-300

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance
Vacancy posted 9 days ago
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