Associate Attorney

Messner Reeves Llp; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Messner Reeves LLP in California seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join our litigation-focused practice. The role requires 2–5 years of experience, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and admission to the California bar.

Candidates will handle all phases of discovery, depositions, and robust legal research and writing to support a growing docket. The ideal candidate combines strong client-relations skills with excellent organization, the ability to manage multiple cases, and a proven

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in California (Bar).
• 2–5 years of experience in relevant practice areas.
• Experience handling all phases of discovery, including written discovery and depositions.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships while serving existing clients.
• Strong organization with the ability to manage multiple complex cases and meet billable hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of discovery, including written discovery and depositions.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and briefs.
• Maintain and develop client relationships while managing a growing docket.
• Track billable hours and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Skills

Discovery experience

Research & writing

Client relations

Time management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Billable hours

Education

J.D. degree

California bar licensed

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Costa Mesa, CA 92626, Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 Salary, Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service, business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Associate Attorney in California.

We are hiring for the following practice areas: General Liability, Healthcare, Personal Injury, Construction Law, Commercial Litigation, Labor and Employment, Insurance Defense, Professional Liability, Premises Liability, and Product Liability.

• Two to five years’ experience.
• Experience in all phases of discovery, including written discovery, and depositions.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to foster strong relationships with potential clients while maintaining excellent services for existing clients.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases concurrently.
• Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a record of meeting billable hours.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Candidate should be pro-active to handle necessary tasks.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to Practice Law in California.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can handle multiple competing priorities, this position is for you.

We offer a great working environment, competitive compensation, and full benefits.