Associate Attorney

Jobot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Health-care benefits

401(k) plan

Gym access

Job summary

A litigation firm is urgently hiring an Associate Attorney in Irvine to join its personal injury department. This role requires an active California Bar member with a minimum of 2 years' civil litigation experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include handling litigation aspects, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and representing clients effectively. The firm offers a competitive salary, mentorship, health benefits, and more, creating an excellent work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience with civil litigation and insurance defense.
• High level of organization and detail orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Skills

Active member of the California Bar

Civil litigation experience

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Client relations skills

Education

Solid academic credentials

Job description

Urgently hiring Associate Attorney in Irvine

Job details: Salary $120,000 - $230,000 per year

A Bit About Us

California Trial Lawyers. Our firm has extensive trial experience across California, handling approximately 400 trials to verdict with a 96% success rate. We have six active ABOTA members who train attorneys in the ABOTA skill set of "skills, civility, and integrity". Our trial experience compares favorably to attorneys with minimal courtroom exposure, allowing us to provide clients with a full range of litigation, negotiation, mediation or arbitration options.

Why join us?

Pay $120,000.00 – $230,000.00 per year. The firm offers mentorship, a congenial work environment, a competitive salary, a bonus program, health‑care benefits, a gym, and participation in a 401(k) plan. ABOTA attorneys provide training to help attorneys become trial experts.

Job Details

The firm seeks a civil litigation attorney for its personal injury department in both the San Diego and Irvine locations. The candidate must be a self‑starter, highly motivated, and able to work independently as well as in a team setting.

Qualifications

• Be an active member in good standing with the California Bar
• Minimum 2 years' experience with civil litigation and insurance defense
• Have solid academic credentials
• Have a high level of organization, detail orientation, and ability to time‑manage across multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate good judgment, strong critical thinking skills, and a desire and willingness to take ownership and control of projects
• Have excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills
• Have excellent client relations

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategy and support client positions.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
• Manage caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high‑quality work.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and provide strategic recommendations to clients.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with procedural and ethical standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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