Associate Attorney

Musick, Peeler & Garrett; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Year-end discretionary bonus

Job summary

A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Department in California. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of litigation experience and an active California Bar license. Responsibilities include working on litigation matters, conducting research, and participating in trials. Offers a competitive salary range of $165,000–$210,000 and a full benefits package, including eligibility for a year-end discretionary bonus. A hybrid schedule is available.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of litigation experience and an active California Bar license.
• Experience in General Litigation; Labor & Employment experience is a plus.
• Excellent writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners on litigation matters including arguing motions.
• Carry a significant amount of responsibility with opportunities to participate in trials.
• Write, research, and communicate persuasively.

Skills

Litigation experience

Oral advocacy skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Education

Active California Bar license

Strong academic background

Job description

Overview

Musick Peeler & Garrett LLP is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join the firm's Litigation Department in the Orange County office (emphasis on General Litigation). Experience with Labor & Employment is a plus. 4–6 years of litigation practice experience and an active California Bar license are required. There is some flexibility regarding a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners on litigation matters, including arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and handling discovery, law and motion.
• Carry a significant amount of responsibility with opportunities to participate in trials.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized with strong work ethic.
• Write, research, and communicate persuasively; work with minimal direction.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of litigation experience and active California Bar license.
• Experience in General Litigation; Labor & Employment experience a plus.
• Strong academic background; excellent writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $165,000–$210,000 depending on experience. Full benefits package including eligibility for a year-end discretionary bonus. The firm expects Associates to bill 1,900 hours annually.

Please submit a resume to Jacquelyn Ayala at [e-mail].

Firm Information and Equal Employment Opportunity

Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin, sex or any other category protected by state and/or federal laws. The firm complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the firm has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, retention, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, and compensation.