Associate Attorney

Consilio LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid parental leave

Hybrid/remote work

Job summary

Consilio LLC's direct hire client, a premier California litigation firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to defend lemon law and warranty claims. You will manage an active docket from intake through resolution, working with partners, clients, and experts at every stage.

Required: JD from an accredited law school, California Bar in good standing, and 1+ years of civil litigation experience. The firm offers a hybrid schedule with potential for full remote work, strong mentorship, and competitive

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Song-Beverly / Lemon Law and related consumer warranty matters from filing through resolution or trial.
• Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, dealer witnesses, and technical experts.
• Draft and argue dispositive and discovery motions.
• Communicate directly with manufacturer and dealer clients on case strategy and status.
• Coordinate with technical and industry experts on vehicle defect analysis.
• Manage discovery, including written discovery, document production, and expert disclosures.
• Evaluate cases for early resolution versus litigation strategy, balancing exposure against client objectives.
• Support partners on trial preparation and, as experience develops, take an active role at trial.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Consilio's direct hire recruiting team is working with a highly regarded boutique firm that is seeking to hire an Associate Attorney to join their team. This position is not with Consilio directly; it is a direct hire, permanent opportunity with the law firm.

About the Role

We are working with a leading California litigation firm that is dedicated to defending automotive manufacturers and dealers in Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act ("Lemon Law") claims and related consumer warranty disputes. Their team of attorneys are recognized for combining deep statutory knowledge with practical, business-minded case strategy, and for building long-term relationships with the manufacturers and dealer groups they represent.

The firm is hiring an associate to join their lemon law/warranty defense practice, with remote flexibility. This role will manage an active docket of Song-Beverly and related consumer warranty matters from intake through resolution, working closely with partners, clients, and outside experts at every stage. Responsibilities include:

• Manage a caseload of Song-Beverly / Lemon Law and related consumer warranty matters from filing through resolution or trial
• Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, dealer witnesses, and technical experts
• Draft and argue dispositive and discovery motions
• Communicate directly with manufacturer and dealer clients on case strategy and status
• Coordinate with technical and industry experts on vehicle defect analysis
• Manage discovery, including written discovery, document production, and expert disclosures
• Evaluate cases for early resolution versus litigation strategy, balancing exposure against client objectives
• Support partners on trial preparation and, as experience develops, take an active role at trial

About You

Required

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience

Preferred

• Prior experience with Song-Beverly Act, Lemon Law, or automotive/product warranty defense
• Working knowledge of California civil procedure and evidentiary rules
• Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills
• Comfort managing a high-volume docket with competing deadlines
• A collaborative, team-first approach paired with a willingness to take independent ownership of matters

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Firm-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid work schedule with the option for full remote work
• Direct mentorship from experienced trial partners, with a clear path to greater case ownership

ELS Consilio, LLC’s Direct Hire Division staffs positions for Consilio clients and does not staff for internal corporate positions at Consilio. Please refer to www.consilio.com to view job opportunities within our company. Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.