Litigation Associate

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

The company is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Manage a litigation caseload from the earliest filings through trial readiness, with hands-on responsibility for written advocacy, legal research and case evaluation. Collaborate with clients, outside specialists and opposing parties as part of a growing team that values mentorship.

What you'll do

• Write and file court papers, including motions, briefs, written discovery, subpoenas and similar case documents.
• Communicate regularly with corporate clients, consultants, claims administrators, opposing lawyers and fact witnesses.
• Investigate claims and evaluate both the facts and the applicable law.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Support preparation for trials and arbitrations, including pretrial motions, jury charges, trial memoranda, exhibit sets and witness readiness.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience, including drafting court filings and discovery materials.
• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school.
• A GPA of at least 3.0 for candidates with fewer than five years of experience.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Strong research, writing and analytical ability, with the capacity to run significant parts of a case independently.
• Good organization, clear communication and a confident approach with clients in a busy litigation setting.
• A self-motivated, hard-working approach and a collaborative style.
• Interest in public law work and a good fit with the team.
• Based in California or willing to relocate.

Bonus points

• Background in insurance, benefits or similar plan-related disputes.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: USD 158,000 to 190,000 per year
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Health insurance coverage
• Retirement plan with employer match

Location and work model

• Remote (US)
• Full-time