Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Litigation Associate Attorney

Location: Roseville or Irvine, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation: $130,000 – $190,000 per year (depending on experience) + Bonus

Locations: Roseville, CA or Irvine, CA

A leading regional civil litigation and business law firm is expanding and looking for a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team in Roseville or Irvine, California.

This role is ideal for an ambitious attorney ready to take on meaningful hands-on litigation work, learn directly from experienced partners, build client relationships, and follow a defined path for long-term career growth within a supportive and respected practice.

What You'll Do:

• Case Leadership: Manage a diverse civil litigation caseload both independently and alongside firm partners.

• Specialized Litigation: Work on high-stakes cases focused on construction defects, business disputes, real estate litigation, and builder/developer defense.

• Pleadings & Discovery: Draft substantive law-and-motion filings, legal briefs, and comprehensive discovery requests and responses.

• Depositions & Court Appearances: Take and defend depositions of key witnesses, parties, and experts, while representing clients at hearings, appearances, and mediations.

• Client Engagement: Communicate directly with clients to build trusted relationships and refine strategic legal judgment.

What We're Looking For:

• Active license in good standing with the State Bar of California.

• Demonstrated track record handling discovery, drafting substantive motions, and conducting or defending depositions.

• Background in construction defect, real estate, or commercial business litigation strongly preferred.

• Sharp legal research, analytical reasoning, and writing capabilities.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits Package

• $130,000 to $190,000 base salary, commensurate with experience.

• Bonus available for billable hours achieved above the standard target (Target: 1,800 billable hours per year / ~150 hours per month).

• Additional discretionary bonus opportunities based on firm and individual performance.

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and 401k

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to Nykki McAdoo at nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com.