Junior Associate - Complex Civil Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an exceptional Junior Associate in South Pasadena to join their growing practice. This role offers exposure to every phase of complex civil litigation, from initial investigation through trial, handling cases with significant stakes. The successful candidate will work directly with senior associates and the Managing Partner on technically complex matters requiring both legal excellence and the ability to learn engineering details.

Duties

• Draft and potentially argue discovery motions in state and federal court.
• Assist in the preparation and depositions of fact witnesses and experts.
• Manage document-intensive discovery in cases involving complex engineering or product liability failures.
• Collaborate with technical experts on accident reconstruction and failure analysis.
• Prepare comprehensive case analyses involving regulatory compliance and industry standards.
• Contribute to trial preparation and strategy in high-stakes litigation.
• Interface directly with catastrophically injured clients and their families.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record (top 25% preferred).
• California Bar admission (or pending with expected admission within 60 days).
• 1-3 years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury, products liability, or complex civil litigation.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• Genuine passion for plaintiff-side advocacy and holding corporations accountable.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• California Bar admission.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• Comfort analyzing technical documents and engineering specifications.
• Second language proficiency is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance contributions.
• Continuing legal education support.
• Clear career advancement track for exceptional performers.
• Opportunity to work on landmark cases that shape safety standards.