Mid-Level Class Actions and Mass Torts Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Litigation & Disputes Practice Group in Santa Monica, CA. This role focuses on class actions and mass torts, offering the opportunity to work with leading litigators on complex, high-exposure cases. The associate will engage in all aspects of case development, including trial participation and strategic decision-making.

Duties

• Participate in the defense of complex class action and mass tort matters in state and federal courts.
• Manage and support all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions and manage class certification briefing and strategy.
• Prepare for trials and provide trial support.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Interface directly with clients and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Federal circuit court clerkship and/or Assistant U.S. Attorney experience preferred.
• 4-7 years of complex litigation experience in a large law firm setting.
• Experience with fact and expert witness depositions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting trial teams in jury trials.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and assume a high degree of responsibility.
• Client-service mindset with effective client engagement management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference or ability to become admitted promptly.

Skills

• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans including paid parental leave, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The Southern California office opened seven years ago. Thirteen qualified attorneys round out their legal practice. Areas of practice served are diverse. A number of their practice disciplines consist of mergers-acquisitions, securities, leasing, mortgage work, joint ventures, corporate, and real estate financing. Attorneys support several non-profit organizations namely the Inner City Law Center, Public Counsel as well as the Western Law Center for Disability Rights and Women at Risk. Attorneys were named in a well-known law publication.