Associate Attorney

Litigation Associate AttorneyJoin a highly regarded mid-sized law firm celebrated for its collegial culture and impactful civil litigation practice. Our attorneys tackle complex commercial, real estate, and contract disputes—partnering closely with skilled paralegals and support staff to deliver superior client results.Position SummaryWe are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3+ years of practicing experience, specifically in the area of complex civil litigation. Ideally, we'd like to see candidates who have experience focusing on matters pertaining to insurance litigation, municipality law, public entity litigation, and construction litigation.Key ResponsibilitiesPleadings & Motion Practice: Draft and file complaints, answers, motions, and briefs in state and federal courts.Discovery Management: Prepare interrogatories, requests for production, subpoenas; review and organize documents; oversee e-discovery workflows.Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth case-law research; craft legal memoranda and trial exhibits.Client & Opposing-Counsel Liaison: Maintain clear client communications, manage outside-counsel relationships, and coordinate with court clerks.Court Appearances & Hearings: Attend and argue routine motions; support partners at depositions and hearings.Case Strategy: Collaborate in strategy sessions, develop timeline and budget estimates, and track critical deadlines.Required QualificationsJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; admission to the California Bar in good standing3+ years of litigation experience at a law firm, and experience in complex litigation.Proficiency with California Rules of Civil Procedure and federal-court practiceStrong drafting, advocacy, and oral-argument skillsExcellent organizational ability and judgment in managing multiple matters