Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation & Probate

Job Description Job Description Pay: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a respected, long-standing Southern California law firm with a strong local reputation.
Handle meaningful civil litigation work with probate and trust matters as additional variety.
Gain hands-on courtroom, drafting, discovery, hearing, and case management experience.
Work directly with experienced attorneys in a collegial, professional environment.
Build a stable long-term career with mentorship, growth, and strong client-facing experience.
Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.
Location
This is an on-site position based in San Bernardino, CA. Candidates should be local or within a realistic commuting distance, especially while getting started with the firm.
Note
Must have an active California law license in good standing and litigation experience or a strong litigation-focused background. Probate, trust administration, or trust litigation experience is preferred but not required.
About Us
We are a well-established, diversified law firm serving businesses, individuals, families, and organizations throughout Southern California. Our team handles a broad range of matters, including civil litigation, business disputes, real estate, probate, trust administration, estate planning, and related legal issues. Confidential Employer. We take pride in delivering high-quality legal work, building long-term client relationships, and providing practical, responsive counsel to the communities we serve.
Job Description
Handle a primary workload of civil litigation matters, with probate and trust matters as needed.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement documents, correspondence, and legal memoranda.
Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, conferences, and other litigation proceedings.
Manage discovery, case deadlines, client communications, and matter strategy.
Conduct legal research and analyze factual and legal issues.
Assist with trial preparation, mediation preparation, and case resolution strategy.
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and third parties.
Work closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and support staff on active matters.
Manage multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail, deadlines, and client service.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active California law license in good standing.
1+ years of attorney experience preferred.
Civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
Probate, trust administration, trust litigation, or estate-related experience is a plus.
Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
Comfortable working in an on-site office environment.
Professional, responsive, organized, and able to manage deadlines independently.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will get real responsibility, not just back-office legal assignments.
You will work on a diverse mix of civil litigation, probate, trust, business, and real estate-related matters.
You will join a stable, reputable firm with deep roots in the local legal community.
You will have access to mentorship, partner interaction, and professional development.
You will be part of a collaborative office culture that values quality legal work and client service.
You will have room to grow your skills, build confidence, and develop into a stronger advocate.
JPC-1025
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance