Associate Attorney (1 - 4 yr)

Associate Attorney Career Consulting Partners is proud to represent a civil litigation law firm based in Venice, CA. This is not a “mill” or high-volume personal injury shop. The firm deliberately takes on a select number of cases, focusing on quality over quantity, so that every client receives the time, care, and legal expertise they deserve. We are seeking a driven Civil Litigation Attorney with a foundation in personal injury litigation and a genuine interest in tenant rights and premises liability. This is an outstanding opportunity for a newer attorney ready to grow quickly, as well as for a more experienced litigator who wants real ownership of their work. The partners invest in their associates: you’ll be given meaningful responsibility early, direct access to senior attorneys, and the runway to develop into a confident, self‑directed litigator. The attorneys who thrive here share one trait: initiative. Rather than waiting to be handed the next assignment, our most successful associates take a task to completion, anticipate the next step, and move it forward on their own before bringing it to the partners for final review. Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of 25–35 active cases Take ownership of your matters end-to-end Move tasks forward proactively and independently, then bring them to the partners for final review. Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and motions, including dispositive and evidentiary motions. Develop litigation strategies, conduct risk assessments, and provide thoughtful client counseling. Drive trial preparation, including trial briefs, witness examinations, jury instructions, and courtroom advocacy. Collaborate with colleagues on complex and high‑value cases. Contribute to the growth of the firm by sharing knowledge, mentoring when appropriate, and improving processes. Requirements: 1‑4 years of CA Civil Litigation experience in one of personal injury litigation, tenant rights, or premises liability Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar. Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. A self‑starter mindset Someone who takes initiative, manages their work independently, and knows when to loop in the partners. Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems. Defense‑side experience (e.g., insurance defense) is considered a strong asset. Compensation & Benefits: Salary Compensation:$120,000 - $160,000 Plus commission/attorney fee structure Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off Paid Sick Leave Location: Venice, California Flexible Work Schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr