Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with at least one year of litigation experience to join its office in Newport Beach, California. This position offers the opportunity to engage in a variety of civil litigation matters with sophisticated clients.

Duties

• Handle premises liability, products liability, real estate, environmental disputes, insurance, and general construction litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate with a national team on complex legal matters.
• Engage in direct client interaction and assume significant responsibility.

Requirements

• 1+ years of litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in California.
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Motivated to work in a busy national practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Collegial and collaborative environment.
• Mentorship, training, and development programs.
• Competitive compensation and bonus programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with employer contribution, health insurance, and paid parental leave.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.