Orion Placement
Associate Attorney – Workers Compensation & Civil Defense
Orion Placement, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Pay:
$100,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a well-established litigation practice with decades of credibility and staying power
Gain exposure across
workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, subrogation, and maritime-related matters
Work closely with experienced litigators who actively mentor and develop junior attorneys
Hands-on litigation role with real responsibility early on
Stable, long-term platform with consistent defense-side work
Location On-site role based in
downtown San Diego , supporting matters across Southern California
Note Must be
admitted to the California Bar
and comfortable handling litigation responsibilities in a defense environment
About Our Client Our client is a long-standing California defense law firm with over
60 years of litigation history , representing employers, insurers, and defendants across workers compensation, civil liability, employment‑related matters, subrogation, and maritime law. The firm is known for its trial experience, professional reputation, and commitment to developing strong litigators.
Job Description
Support and manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
Take and defend depositions and appear at hearings and conferences
Assist with trial preparation and motion practice
Work directly with senior attorneys on strategy and case development
Communicate with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active admission to the California Bar
0–4 years of litigation experience preferred
Experience or exposure to workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, or subrogation is a plus
Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
Why Youll Love Working Here
Broad-based litigation training instead of a narrow silo
Direct access to experienced trial attorneys
Professional, no‑nonsense culture focused on quality work
Long-term career stability with room to grow
Respected name in the California defense bar
JPC-554
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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$100,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a well-established litigation practice with decades of credibility and staying power
Gain exposure across
workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, subrogation, and maritime-related matters
Work closely with experienced litigators who actively mentor and develop junior attorneys
Hands-on litigation role with real responsibility early on
Stable, long-term platform with consistent defense-side work
Location On-site role based in
downtown San Diego , supporting matters across Southern California
Note Must be
admitted to the California Bar
and comfortable handling litigation responsibilities in a defense environment
About Our Client Our client is a long-standing California defense law firm with over
60 years of litigation history , representing employers, insurers, and defendants across workers compensation, civil liability, employment‑related matters, subrogation, and maritime law. The firm is known for its trial experience, professional reputation, and commitment to developing strong litigators.
Job Description
Support and manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
Take and defend depositions and appear at hearings and conferences
Assist with trial preparation and motion practice
Work directly with senior attorneys on strategy and case development
Communicate with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active admission to the California Bar
0–4 years of litigation experience preferred
Experience or exposure to workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, or subrogation is a plus
Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
Why Youll Love Working Here
Broad-based litigation training instead of a narrow silo
Direct access to experienced trial attorneys
Professional, no‑nonsense culture focused on quality work
Long-term career stability with room to grow
Respected name in the California defense bar
JPC-554
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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