Associate Attorney

Orionplacement; Anaheim (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A California civil litigation firm is looking for an experienced attorney to handle complex civil matters. This hybrid role allows for flexibility while providing growth opportunities within a respected team. Candidates should possess a J.D. and an active California Bar admission, along with at least 3 years of litigation experience. Strong legal skills in research, writing, and advocacy are essential to thrive in this role, which emphasizes teamwork and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred; insurance defense experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and analytical skills required.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, and case management essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigated and non-litigated civil matters, with an emphasis on insurance defense.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal research, and case strategy memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert and percipient witnesses.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Education

J.D. and active California Bar admission

Job description

Overview

Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected litigation team with a long-standing reputation for strong results in complex, high-exposure matters.
• Get meaningful hands-on experience with substantive litigation work, not just support tasks.
• Work alongside seasoned trial lawyers who value strong writing, sound judgment, and real courtroom readiness.
• Be part of a growing team that is hiring more than one attorney, creating room for long-term growth.
• Step into a hybrid role that offers flexibility while still providing mentorship, collaboration, and exposure.

Location

Hybrid role based in Anaheim, California, with in-office collaboration and flexibility depending on experience level. The firms posted role is hybrid, and the office is in Anaheim.

Note

Must be admitted to the California Bar and able to commute to Anaheim; no relocation assistance is offered. The client said the ideal experience level is 3 to 5 years, though they will consider candidates outside that range.

About Us

We are a California civil litigation firm known for handling complex, high-exposure matters with skill, discipline, and strong client service. Our team has built a respected reputation through strategic case handling, trial readiness, and long-standing client relationships. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle litigated and non-litigated civil matters, with an emphasis on insurance defense and catastrophic or high-exposure claims
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal research, and case strategy memoranda
• Take and defend depositions, including expert and percipient witnesses
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure and help develop practical defense strategies
• Work closely with partners and other attorneys on case posture, client reporting, and resolution strategy
• Manage files proactively from intake through resolution
• Collaborate with a team that values strong advocacy, professionalism, and sound judgment

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California Bar admission
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred; insurance defense, casualty, coverage, or bad faith experience is a plus
• Strong legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and analytical skills
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, and case management
• Organized, motivated, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Trial prep or courtroom exposure is a plus

JPC-781

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance