Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney based in Irvine, California. The successful candidate will join a collaborative legal team and handle a diverse array of complex disputes, including real estate, landlord–tenant matters, product-compliance claims, employment defense, partnership/shareholder conflicts, insurance coverage disputes, and other intricate business lawsuits.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and trial briefs

• Conduct pretrial discovery: take and defend depositions, serve and respond to interrogatories, and organize large volumes of documents

• Represent clients at trials, arbitrations, mediations, and hearings

• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients

• Perform in-depth legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law using Westlaw or similar platforms

• Prepare and present persuasive written submissions, including memoranda, briefs, and correspondence

• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and support staff to develop case strategies and ensure effective workflow

• Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and potential outcomes

Requirements

• Admission to the California State Bar (active license required)

• Minimum of 3–5 years of civil litigation experience in at least two of the following areas:

  • Commercial real estate disputes

  • Commercial unlawful detainer actions

  • Proposition 65/product-compliance litigation

  • Employment defense litigation

  • Partnership and shareholder conflicts

  • Insurance coverage disputes

• Demonstrated trial, arbitration, mediation, and deposition experience

• Proven ability to negotiate favorable outcomes and manage settlement discussions

• Strong legal research and writing skills, with facility in Westlaw (or comparable research tools)

• Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a team-oriented office environment

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar

Skills

• Exceptional written and oral advocacy abilities

• Proficiency in complex case management and courtroom procedures

• Skilled at drafting clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents

• Strong negotiation and client-counseling capabilities

• Proficient with Westlaw (or equivalent legal research software)

• Ability to guide and mentor support staff, fostering a collaborative team culture

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

This mid-sized law firm handles a variety of litigation matters. Their areas of practice include business litigation, commercial law, appellate advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, employment practices, and real estate transactions. The firm is located in California.