A well-respected and growing defense firm in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a Litigation Associate (2+ years) to join their friendly, collaborative team. The firm is busy, expanding, and ready to hire a rock star litigation associate and is offering strong mentorship and long-term growth. We’ve successfully placed an attorney with this team who has since been promoted to Partner, which speaks volumes about their commitment to developing talent. With low turnover and a positive culture, this is a place where attorneys build lasting careers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle all phases of civil defense litigation
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Conduct legal research and case analysis
- Attend depositions, hearings, and court appearances
- Collaborate closely with partners on case strategy
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience
- Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented with a desire to learn and grow
What the Firm Offers:
- 1800 billable hour target
- Hybrid schedule (2 days in-office)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
- Hands-on mentorship with a clear path for advancement
- Friendly, supportive environment with low turnover
- Opportunity to join a growing, high-demand practice
If you’re looking for a firm where you can grow, be mentored, and truly enjoy your team, I’d love to connect.
Submit resumes only to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at.RobertHalf.<com>
- Must hold a valid license to practice law in the state of California.
- Minimum of three years of experience in civil litigation.
- Proven ability to draft motions, briefs, and conduct discovery.
- Strong knowledge and experience in insurance defense and liability cases.
- Demonstrated trial experience, preferably as second chair or in bench trials.
- Proficiency in utilizing cloud-based legal tools and systems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload of 20-40 cases.
Submit resumes only to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at.RobertHalf.<com>