Associate Attorney - Business Litigation

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation + bonus plan

Medical insurance (HMO/PPO) employer-?

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Unlimited Time Off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP in Newport Beach seeks a talented Business Litigation Associate to join our award-winning team. You will handle a broad range of business disputes, from breach of contract to real estate issues, with hands-on experience from pleadings to trial.

Collaborative partners mentor growth and client-facing responsibilities abound. The role emphasizes independent caseload management and strong advocacy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience handling a variety of business litigation matters (corporate, real estate, construction).
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; handling depositions; communicating with clients and opposing counsel.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of business litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Research, draft pleadings and motions, manage discovery, and prepare for hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with partners and team to develop legal strategy and advocate for clients.

Skills

Litigation

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research

Client communication

Caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Are you an ambitious and skilled Litigation Associate seeking an exciting new opportunity to make a significant impact in the legal field? Look no further! Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Business Litigation Associate to join our award-winning team in our Newport Beach headquarters. We are a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm, recognized for our sixth consecutive year in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® 'Best Law Firms' rankings.

As an integral member of our Business Litigation team, you will gain immediate hands-on experience handling a wide variety of business litigation matters involving breach of contract, partnership/dissolution, real estate, construction disputes and more! From inception to resolution, you will have the opportunity to handle every aspect of your cases including legal strategy, research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, arguing motions in court, attending mediations, and trial. You will have the chance to work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations. This role offers an excellent platform for professional growth, as you will collaborate closely with experienced partners and team members.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ year of experience as an attorney handling a variety of business litigation matters involving corporate, construction, real estate, and other business disputes.
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required.
• Experienced in preparing pleadings, propounding and responding to discovery, drafting motions and legal briefs, taking and defending depositions, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and appearing in court. Arbitration and/ trial experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in handling transactional matters including forming business entities, drafting construction contracts, purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, and other commercial contracts. is preferred, but not required.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to interface confidently with sophisticated clients, as well as opposing counsel.
• Ability and/or desire to manage a caseload independently, while also working collaboratively with team members.
• Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Benefits

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) - employer-paid premium up to 95% + 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)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.

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:

BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

For more information about how we use your personal information, please visit https://bremerwhyte.com/privacy-policy

The expected base salary range is $140,000-$200,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience (this does not include performance-based bonus plan).