Associate Attorney - California
$130k - $185kOrion Placement
About the job Associate Attorney - California
Pay: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
- Work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters for builders, developers, and businesses
- Gain exposure to complex civil cases that sharpen litigation strategy and courtroom skills
- Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while staying connected to a collaborative office team
- Competitive compensation with bonus potential tied to performance
- Long-term growth opportunity within a respected, results-driven litigation practice
- Manage complex civil litigation matters including construction defect, real estate, and business disputes
- Represent builders, developers, and business clients throughout all phases of litigation
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; conduct depositions and court appearances
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop litigation strategy and case positioning
- Provide clear, business-minded legal guidance aligned with client objectives
- Active California Bar license in good standing
- 3+ years of civil litigation experience
- Experience in construction defect litigation, real estate disputes, or business litigation
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Background from law firm, in-house, or solo practice environments welcome
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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