Associate Attorney

Adams & Martin Group; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Mentorship

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to join its defense team in San Diego or Vista, focusing on education defense for public entities. The role offers strong mentorship and meaningful litigation experience, handling depositions, discovery, motions, and case management with experienced trial attorneys.

Candidates should have CA bar admission and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to handle depositions, discovery, motions and case management.
• Strong writing and analytical skills essential for civil litigation.
• Experience or interest in education defense for public entities.

Responsibilities

• Handle depositions, discovery, motion practice, and case management.
• Work closely with experienced trial attorneys.
• Contribute to a collaborative, professional team.
• Support school districts and other public entities in civil litigation matters.

Skills

Deposition experience

Discovery

Motion practice

Case management

Trial experience

Education defense

Education

J.D. ABA-accredited

Job description

Civil Litigation Associate | 165K-180K | San Diego or Vista | 1800 Billable + Bonus + Benefits

Well established defense firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation team, with a focus on education defense for public entities.

This role offers strong mentorship and meaningful litigation experience.
* Handle depositions, discovery, motion practice, and case management
* Work closely with experienced trial attorneys
* Contribute to a highly collaborative, professional team
* Support school districts and other public entities in civil litigation matters
Strong writing, analytical, and courtroom skills
CA BAR |JD from ABA accredited law school

Highly trial-oriented firm; attorneys regularly try cases across Southern California counties
Emphasis on strong communication, client relationships, and practical problem-solving
Despite a defense focus, the firm maintains flexibility to represent individuals in select matters

• Civil Litigation Associate | 165K-180K | San Diego or Vista | 1800 Billable + Bonus + Benefits

  Well established defense firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation team, with a focus on education defense for public entities.

  This role offers strong mentorship and meaningful litigation experience.
  * Handle depositions, discovery, motion practice, and case management
  * Work closely with experienced trial attorneys
  * Contribute to a highly collaborative, professional team
  * Support school districts and other public entities in civil litigation matters
  Strong writing, analytical, and courtroom skills
  CA BAR |JD from ABA accredited law school

Highly trial-oriented firm; attorneys regularly try cases across Southern California counties
Emphasis on strong communication, client relationships, and practical problem-solving
Despite a defense focus, the firm maintains flexibility to represent individuals in selected matters

Desired Skills and Experience

Civil Litigation Associate | 165K-180 | San Diego or Vista | 1800 Billable + Bonus + Benefits

Well established defense firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation team, with a focus on education defense for public entities. Attorneys from adjacent areas-such as insurance defense, auto, or PI-are encouraged to apply. Strong evidence code familiarity from public interest could be a great fit here.

This role offers strong mentorship and meaningful litigation experience.

* Handle depositions, discovery, motion practice, and case management
* Work closely with experienced trial attorneys
* Contribute to a highly collaborative, professional team
* Support school districts and other public entities in civil litigation matters

Strong writing, analytical, and courtroom skills

CA BAR
JD from ABA accredited law school

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.