Associate Attorney

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus

Employer-paid medical insurance

Unlimited Time Off program

12 paid holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

A prominent law firm in San Diego is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle litigation matters including wrongful death and personal injury. Candidates should have over a year of civil litigation experience and a Juris Doctor degree. The role offers competitive compensation, generous benefits, and unlimited time off for a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in civil litigation in a law firm environment.
• Skilled in legal research, drafting pleadings and motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and attending mediations.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Manage all aspects of cases, including legal strategy and trial preparation.
• Argue motions in court and participate in proceedings.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Client communication

Advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Current admission to the California State Bar

Job description

Overview

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Compensation

Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of litigation matters including wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, and more, from inception to resolution.
• Manage all aspects of cases including legal strategy, research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, and trial preparation.
• Argue motions in court, attend mediations, and participate in trial proceedings.
• Represent and communicate with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations.
• Collaborate with team members and be mentored by experienced partners to support professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in civil litigation in a law firm environment.
• Skilled in legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, propounding and responding to discovery, and interfacing directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and attending mediations; trial experience is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills with a client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while also collaborating with the team.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) - employer-paid premium up to 100% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance - employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Unlimited Time Off program
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k)

About Us

At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more at https://bremerwhyte.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement

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