Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are a well-established national litigation firm looking to expand our Litigation team across our California office locations. The team is looking to bring aboard a few attorneys with 2-6+ years of defense litigation experience in one or all practices: General Liability, Products Liability, and/or Toxic Tort/Asbestos/Silica Liability .

These roles offer a collaborative culture, diverse casework, and the flexibility of a hybrid or fully remote work arrangement.

BRIEF OVERVIEW

• Manage an independent litigation caseload across general liability, product liability, toxic tort, or complex matters
• Handle local and national accounts, including case strategy and direct client communication
• Conduct and defend depositions (plaintiff, fact, and expert) and prepare witnesses for deposition or trial
• Draft and respond to discovery, pleadings, and motions; analyze complex request.
• Prepare court filings (including e-filing) and support all phases of trial preparation

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-6 years of Defense Litigation experience in one or all practices: General Liability, Products Liability, and/or Toxic Tort, Asbestos, Silica.
• JD from an accredited law school & admitted to practice in the state of CA
• Handle discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation
• Prepare pleadings, briefs, and discovery responses
• Engage directly with clients and senior attorneys on complex matters

WHY JOIN?

• Collaborative, collegial environment where associates work closely with senior attorneys and clients.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)).
• Hybrid work structure with flexibility for remote work.
• Exposure to sophisticated litigation and opportunities for professional growth.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes professional development.