Associate Attorney

Midsize litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to support its busy defense litigation practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on a full lifecycle caseload, from initial case assessment through resolution, in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. This position can be remote or on-site, depending on your work preferences and location. The ideal candidate will have an active CA Bar license and at least 2-3+ years of CA-based civil litigation experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support all phases of defense litigation matters from inception through trial preparation, settlement, and resolution.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on case strategy, liability, damages, and procedural issues.
• Handle discovery, including document review, analysis, and coordination of eDiscovery materials.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit organization, and pretrial filings.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal team members regarding case status and strategy.
• Maintain case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the CA Bar.
• Prior experience in civil litigation required.
• Experience managing matters through the full litigation lifecycle strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with litigation technology, including eDiscovery tools, is a plus.