Associate Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Associate to join our collaborative defense practice in California.

The role handles a variety of matters, including toxic tort, product liability, trucking/transportation, and premises liability, from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate has a J.D., is admitted to the California State Bar (new admittees welcome with up to 5 years of experience), and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, with the

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership.
• Open to new admittees with up to 5 years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest or experience in civil defense litigation.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation from inception through resolution.
• Handle toxic tort and product liability matters.
• Support litigation involving trucking and transportation claims.
• Defend premises liability matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Work with attorneys and staff to manage matters and deadlines.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Education

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

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Associate to join a collaborative defense practice handling a variety of complex matters, including toxic tort/product liability, trucking/transportation, and premises liability. This opportunity is open to new California Bar admittees and attorneys with up to 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Handle matters involving toxic tort and product liability.
• Support litigation involving trucking and transportation claims.
• Defend premises liability matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Work independently while collaborating with attorneys and support staff.
• Manage assigned matters, deadlines, and case responsibilities effectively.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Open to new admittees through attorneys with up to 5 years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Interest or experience in civil defense litigation preferred.