Litigation Attorney - Associate

Description About the Firm Our client is a boutique litigation and criminal defense firm known for combining strategic advocacy with deep legal knowledge. We represent clients in high‑stakes civil and criminal matters, internal investigations, regulatory risk, and complex litigation. They offer “strategic counsel from an aggressive team of former federal prosecutors.”

As part of our team, you’ll work hands‑on with senior partners, handle meaningful litigation responsibility, and contribute to the growth and success of the practice.

Position Summary We are seeking a talented

Litigation Attorney (Associate level)

with

3+ years

of experience in civil litigation to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all phases of litigation — from complaint drafting through trial preparation — and thrive working in a demanding, collegial environment.

Civil Litigation

Contracts

Employment Law

Employment Litigation

Estate Planning

Family Law and Divorce

Probate Litigation

Real Estate

You will work on a diverse docket of complex matters, often under tight deadlines, and will be expected to deliver excellence in legal analysis, strategic thinking, and client service.

Key Responsibilities

Draft and file pleadings, complaints, answers, motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and other dispositive and non‑dispositive motions

Conduct discovery: prepare interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission; respond to opposing party’s discovery

Supervise and manage e‑discovery and document review, including privilege logging

Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses, experts, and party witnesses

Conduct in‑depth legal research, analyze case law, statutes, regulations, and develop winning legal arguments

Draft high‑quality briefs, memoranda, declarations, and other litigation documents

Assist with case strategy and legal development in consultation with senior attorneys

Manage case files, deadlines, and workflows; ensure compliance with court rules and local procedures

Maintain regular, clear, and professional communication with clients, updating them on developments and advising on risk / strategy

Collaborate internally with partners, associates, and support staff to achieve favorable outcomes

Occasionally assist in settlement negotiations and litigation budgeting

Requirements

3+ years

of civil litigation experience (preferably in California)

Demonstrated expertise drafting complaints, motions, and briefs

Substantial experience in discovery (propounding and responding)

Proven deposition experience (taking and defending)

Excellent legal research and writing skills

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Proven ability to manage a heavy workload, meet deadlines, and work under pressure

Exceptional client‑service orientation and communication skills (both written and oral)

Strong work ethic, integrity, self‑motivation, professionalism

Bar membership in good standing (California preferred)

Benefits

Compensation- DOE

Medical, Dental, Vision.

$45 per month cell phone allowance and may contribute to a non‑matching 401k.

Bonuses are given at the beginning of the calendar year depending on hours billed, teamwork, professionalism, timeliness, etc.

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