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Governmental Entity Liability Associate

$125k - $180k

Manning Kass

Governmental Entity Liability Associate - Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire

Government Entity Liability Associate

Locations (California)

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

Inland Empire

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass has an exciting opportunity for Associate, with at least two (2) years of civil litigation experience, to join our Governmental Entity Team/ Police Team ! This specialized Team is known for representing public entities in a variety of cases, including dangerous condition claims, educational law, and law enforcement officer liability matters.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation to discovery through trial —focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions.
  • Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.
  • Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
  • Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth.

Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
  • Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
  • Prior Law Enforcement and/or Military experience is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Criminal defense experience is welcomed, but not necessary.
  • Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines. 

Company Offers

  • Competitive salary range of $125,000 - $180,000.
  • Compensation will be set based on experience and qualifications of the successful candidates education and experience.
  • We offer a competitive salary and an exciting bonus program to reward outstanding performance.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
  • Pet insurance coverage.
  • Referral program.
  • A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
  • All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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