Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

At Prestige Legal Solutions, P.C. , we’ve reimagined the legal experience for our clients and team members alike. Located in the heart of West LA, we are relentless advocates for our clients; we believe that the best results come from a workplace rooted in good vibes, mutual respect, and a relaxed environment. We’ve traded the traditional, stiff law firm atmosphere for a modern space where professional excellence and personal well-being go hand-in-hand.

Our culture is the core of our success. We make sure the office feels like a place you want to be . We are deeply committed to growing your career , offering the mentorship and resources necessary to help you level up professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your success is our success!

CULTURE PERKS

• Fully stocked snack bar
• Weekly catered meals
• Frequent team-building events
• Community outreach opportunities
• Wellhub/Gympass Membership

We want to empower you to win! If you are looking for a career where your contributions matter, your growth is a priority, and your workplace feels like a community, we’d love to meet you.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary: 130k - $170k, depending on experience
• Comprehensive bonus incentives
• Highly competitive Health and Wellness plan with excellent company participation (medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) w/company match, supplemental insurance plans, pet insurance, and more.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule
• Excellent long-term growth opportunities within a respected, stable firm

This role focuses on representing plaintiffs in "Lemon Law" disputes against major automotive manufacturers. The ideal candidate will manage a dedicated caseload from initial intake through settlement or trial, ensuring that consumers are fairly compensated for defective vehicles.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Case Evaluation & Intake: Review repair histories, warranty documents, and service records to determine if a vehicle meets the legal "presumption" of a lemon under California lemon law.
• Litigation Management: Manage all phases of civil litigation, including drafting and filing complaints, propounding and responding to discovery, and drafting "meet and confer" letters.
• Law & Motion: Draft and argue high-stakes motions, including Motions to Compel, Oppositions to Summary Judgment, and Motions for Attorney’s Fees.
• Depositions: Lead and defend depositions of plaintiffs, dealership service technicians, and manufacturer corporate representatives (PMKs).
• Negotiation & Settlement: Negotiate favorable "buyback" or "cash-and-keep" settlements. Calculate complex damages including registration fees, taxes, finance charges, and "mileage offsets" per Civil Code § 1793.2(d)(2)(C).
• Technical Oversight: Attend vehicle inspections with expert mechanics and engineers to verify nonconformities and "substantial impairment" of use, value, or safety.
• Trial Advocacy: Act as lead or second-chair counsel in jury trials, preparing trial briefs, motions in limine, and witness examinations.
• The responsibilities and tasks are not an exhaustive list and may vary in terms of case responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Licensure: Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California (required).
• Experience: 1+ years of civil litigation experience. Specific experience in Lemon Law or consumer warranty litigation is highly preferred.
• Legal Knowledge: Proficiency in the California Code of Civil Procedure and specific knowledge of the Song-Beverly Act (Civil Code § 1790 et seq.)
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex mechanical repair orders and translate technical defects into persuasive legal arguments.
• Communication, Oral and Written: Exceptional writing skills and the ability to explain complex legal rights to clients who are often frustrated by their vehicle issues.
• Detailed oriented: hard-working and business minded. Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to work under pressure and to handle work-related weight.
• Customer service oriented: Able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision. Aptitude to identify and assess legal and business risks.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.