Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

Note: This position requires employees to work a hybrid schedule at the Los Angeles, CA office.

Note: You must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 4 year of civil litigation experience. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-regarded civil litigation defense firm with a longstanding presence across California and Nevada. Known for its supportive and collaborative environment, the firm provides its attorneys with resources to grow their practice while maintaining work-life balance. They pride themselves on professional development, mentorship, and offering meaningful trial and case-handling experience from the outset.

Job Description

  • Serve as primary handling attorney on civil litigation defense cases
  • Manage all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and pre-trial preparation
  • Collaborate with partners and clients to strategize on case development and resolution
  • Prepare legal documents including motions and correspondence
  • Participate in occasional trial preparation and proceedings
  • Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates
  • Utilize a legal assistant for administrative support

Qualifications

  • Must be licensed to practice law in California
  • At least 4 year of civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense side)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with court rules, calendaring, and civil procedure in state and federal courts
  • Ability to manage caseload independently and meet billable hour requirements

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Competitive salary range plus bonuses
  • Hybrid flexibility with an attorney cohort in the San Francisco office
  • Billable bonus structure ($120/hour over 1,860 hours)
  • Firm-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with 4% match after six months
  • Unlimited PTO policy (billable requirements apply)
  • Parental leave and flexible work options
  • Onboarding buddy, attorney mentor, and regular CLE/pro bono opportunities
  • Long-term growth potential with a clear partnership track

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

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Place of work

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Los Angeles
United States of America

Employer profile

Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation

We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.

In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.

  • Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.

  • End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.

Our Core Values

We Build Long-Term Relationships

We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.

We Are an Extension of Your Team

We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.

We Move Fast—And Smart

We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.

We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity

You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.

We Handle Every Detail

Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.

Local radius

  • Glendale
  • Hollywood
  • Pasadena
  • East Los Angeles
  • Koreatown
  • El Monte
  • Downey
  • Inglewood
  • Burbank
  • Universal City



Job ID: 9531583 / Ref: da3137442e72a956929bece1297d107c

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