Associate Attorney - Business Litigation

pettitkohningrassialutzdolinpc; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid premiums for health and/d

Student loan repayment up to $5,250/yr

401(k) retirement plan with company

Pet insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

On-site gym facilities and massage

Flexible scheduling

Great work atmosphere

Job summary

pettitkohningrassialutzdolinpc in San Diego, CA is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation and professional liability experience to join our Business Litigation & Professional Liability Practice. This hybrid-remote role offers exposure to complex matters and collaboration with accomplished attorneys.

You will draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and assist in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation, while advising clients on strategy and risk.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school
• Active California State Bar
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Exceptional legal research, writing and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and represent clients in business litigation cases from pre-trial to post-trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
• Participate in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to prepare for trials
• Provide clients with clear, strategic advice on professional liability and business litigation matters

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independence

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Active California State Bar

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Attorney – Business Litigation & Professional Liability

Location: Hybrid-Remote (San Diego, CA 92130)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join our Professional Liability and Business Litigation Practice.In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work alongside highly accomplished attorneys on a diverse range of complex business litigation and professional liability cases, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow their legal expertise while contributing to the success of a well-respected firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and represent clients in businesslitigation cases, from pre-trial to post-trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to prepare for trials.
• Provide clients with clear, strategic advice on professional liability and business litigationmatters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 3+ years of experience in civil litigation or relevant legal experience.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $120,000-$250,000+, commensurate with experience.
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental and vision insurance plans
• 100% company-paidhealth and dental insurance premiums
• Student loan debt paymentup to $5,250annually, effective 1/1/2027
• 401(k) retirementplanwith company match
• Pet insurance
• Flexible Spending Account(FSA)
• On-site gym facilities and massage studio
• Flexible schedulingto support work-life balance
• Great work atmosphereand supportive teamenvironment

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