Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Wellness incentives

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP in Newport Beach seeks a skilled Litigation Associate with 3+ years of civil litigation experience and active California bar admission. Ideal candidates excel in pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, and courtroom advocacy.

You will handle matters from inception to resolution, supervise law clerks and junior associates, and collaborate with partners on trial strategy. Hybrid remote options are available for Southern California residents.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Current admission to the California State Bar.
• Experience preparing pleadings, propounding and responding to discovery, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and appearing in court.
• Arbitration and/or trial experience is a plus.
• Experience supervising law clerks and junior associates is a plus.
• Must have a JD from an accredited law school.
• Fully remote and hybrid options available; remote candidates must reside in Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings and motions, manage discovery, and argue motions in court.
• Take and defend depositions, communicate with clients and opposing counsel, and attend mediations and trials.
• Collaborate with partners and supervise law clerks and junior associates.

Skills

Civil litigation

Client communication

Depositions

Motions drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

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 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 litigation team, you will gain immediate hands‑on experience handling a variety of litigation matters involving wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business 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 team members and have the opportunity to be mentored by experienced partners.

Requirements

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably handling matters involving general liability, construction, personal/catastrophic injury, contracts/business, and/or commercial 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 supervising law clerks and junior associates is a plus!
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills along with a client‑focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• ***Fully remote and hybrid options available *** Remote candidates must reside in Southern California.

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 athttps://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 $145,000-$200,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience (this does not include performance-based bonus plan).

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