Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness incentives

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Walnut Creek, California seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Civil Litigation to handle a diverse docket including personal injury, construction, and business disputes. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and participate in hearings and mediations while receiving mentorship from partners.

JD from ABA-accredited law school and California Bar admission required; 1+ year civil litigation experience preferred; strong writing and advocacy

Qualifications

• 1+ years of civil litigation experience in a law firm.
• Experience with depositions, mediations, and trial preferred.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery and interface with clients and opposing counsel.
• Argue motions in court and participate in mediations.
• Handle cases from inception to resolution, including trial participation.
• Collaborate with team members and receive mentorship from partners.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Client-focused

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Civil Litigation for their Walnut Creek, California office. This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse range of litigation matters, including wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, and business disputes.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery processes and interface with clients and opposing counsel.
• Argue motions in court and attend mediations.
• Handle cases from inception to resolution, including trial participation.
• Collaborate with team members and receive mentorship from experienced partners.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in civil litigation in a law firm environment.
• Experience with depositions, mediations, and trial preferred.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and work collaboratively.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and drafting abilities.
• Client-focused mindset with a passion for successful outcomes.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus plan (paid quarterly).
• Generous medical insurance with employer-paid premiums.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Wellness incentives and fitness discounts.
• Life and pet insurance.
• Unlimited Time Off program and 12 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.