Associate Attorney

Pay: $200,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a highly respected litigation team handling complex, high-profile environmental and mass tort cases. Take ownership of sophisticated cases from inception through resolution with meaningful courtroom exposure. Work alongside accomplished trial attorneys in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Make a real impact representing individuals and communities affected by environmental harm. Competitive bonus opportunities, profit sharing, comprehensive benefits, and potential relocation assistance for the right candidate. Long-term career growth with mentorship, challenging litigation, and advancement opportunities. Location: Westwood, CA – Primarily on-site in a collaborative office environment. Exceptional candidates may be considered for flexible arrangements based on experience and location. Note: Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the California Bar and have at least 2+ years of litigation experience involving air and/or water contamination, fire cases, environmental litigation, toxic torts, or other complex civil litigation. About Us We are a nationally recognized plaintiff-side litigation team dedicated to fighting for individuals, families, and communities facing life-changing harm. Our attorneys are passionate advocates who handle complex, high-impact cases while fostering a collaborative, supportive, and results-driven culture. Confidential Employer. Job Description Manage a caseload of mass tort and environmental litigation matters from inception through resolution. Conduct legal research and factual investigations involving environmental exposure and liability. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, briefs, and legal memoranda. Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation. Collaborate closely with attorneys, experts, and litigation support teams to develop case strategy. Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and co-counsel. Analyze complex factual and legal issues while developing innovative litigation strategies. Maintain deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple active matters. Qualifications Active California Bar license in good standing. 2+ years of litigation experience. 2+ years handling air contamination, water contamination, fire cases, environmental litigation, toxic torts, or comparable complex litigation. Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills. Experience with discovery, motion practice, and case management. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative litigation environment. Why You Will Love Working Here You’ll work on meaningful, high-stakes litigation that makes a difference while collaborating with an experienced team committed to excellence. We offer challenging work, professional growth, outstanding benefits, performance incentives, profit sharing, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a firm that invests in its people. Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr