Associate Attorney

Jobot; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct mentorship

Courtroom exposure

Collaborative team

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot, a California civil litigation firm, is seeking an associate attorney to support construction defect and related commercial litigation matters. You will assist with all phases of litigation, draft pleadings, conduct research, and participate in depositions and client meetings.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, California Bar admission, and 2+ years of construction defect experience, with strong writing and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership.
• 2+ years of construction defect litigation experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation practice.
• A desire to learn, receive mentorship, and grow into a long-term litigation career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of construction defect litigation, from case inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Manage discovery, including document review and written discovery.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys to develop litigation strategy and gain hands-on courtroom experience.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job details

Remote

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ashley Hunt

About us

California civil litigation firm with a long-standing focus on construction defect, insurance coverage, business, and related litigation. Our attorneys represent developers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, insurers, and other clients in complex matters throughout California.

Why join us

Join a collaborative litigation team where you'll receive direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys, gain meaningful hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to develop your practice while working on sophisticated construction and commercial litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of construction defect litigation, from case inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Manage discovery, including document review and written discovery.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys to develop litigation strategy and gain hands-on courtroom experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership.
• 2+ years of construction defect litigation experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation practice.
• A desire to learn, receive mentorship, and grow into a long-term litigation career.

Preferred Experience

• Real estate litigation
• Title disputes
• Foreclosure litigation
• Mechanic's liens and lien litigation
• Other commercial or property-related litigation

What We Offer

• Direct mentorship from accomplished partners and senior litigators.
• Meaningful responsibility and opportunities for courtroom and client exposure.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment focused on professional development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Clear path for long-term growth and advancement within the firm.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Checks

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.