Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Associate to join its team in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will focus on defending automobile manufacturers, distributors, and dealers in warranty actions. Candidates must be local to San Diego and active members of the California Bar.

Duties

• Defend clients in warranty litigation cases.
• Prepare for trials and arbitrations, including motion practice and depositions.
• Engage in mediation and negotiation processes.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal documents.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of litigation practice experience.
• Experience in trial/arbitration preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Strong advocacy, research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with a solid work ethic.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member of the California Bar.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

An entrepreneurial firm with a great culture serving clients in all areas of business and government legal services, this firm delivers a client-centered culture. Ranked as a Top 100 client service law firm in the United States, as well as employing 64 Best Lawyers in America, this multi-disciplinary, international law firm draws on their attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge, as well as the global network of industry advisor and subject-matter exerts, to provide innovative legal solutions and client-service excellence worldwide.