Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation & Probate

Orionplacement; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced attorney for a civil litigation position based in San Bernardino, California. The ideal candidate must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and possess an active California law license. Responsibilities include managing civil litigation cases, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, including dental and vision insurance, and a retirement plan, along with a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of attorney experience preferred.
• Probate, trust administration, trust litigation experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working in an on-site office environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a primary workload of civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents.
• Represent clients in court appearances and hearings.
• Manage discovery, case deadlines, and communications.
• Conduct legal research and assist with case resolutions.

Skills

Strong legal writing, research, analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Civil litigation experience

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active California law license

Job description

Pay

$105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, long-standing Southern California law firm with a strong local reputation.
• Handle meaningful civil litigation work with probate and trust matters as additional variety.
• Gain hands‑on courtroom, drafting, discovery, hearing, and case management experience.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys in a collegial, professional environment.
• Build a stable long-term career with mentorship, growth, and strong client‑facing experience.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

Location

This is an on‑site position based in San Bernardino, CA. Candidates should be local or within a realistic commuting distance, especially while getting started with the firm.

Note

Must have an active California law license in good standing and litigation experience or a strong litigation‑focused background. Probate, trust administration, or trust litigation experience is preferred but not required.

About Us

We are a well‑established, diversified law firm serving businesses, individuals, families, and organizations throughout Southern California. Our team handles a broad range of matters, including civil litigation, business disputes, real estate, probate, trust administration, estate planning, and related legal issues. Confidential Employer. We take pride in delivering high‑quality legal work, building long‑term client relationships, and providing practical, responsive counsel to the communities we serve.

Job Description

• Handle a primary workload of civil litigation matters, with probate and trust matters as needed.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement documents, correspondence, and legal memoranda.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, conferences, and other litigation proceedings.
• Manage discovery, case deadlines, client communications, and matter strategy.
• Conduct legal research and analyze factual and legal issues.Assist with trial preparation, mediation preparation, and case resolution strategy.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and third parties.
• Work closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and support staff on active matters.
• Manage multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail, deadlines, and client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California law license in good standing.
• 1+ years of attorney experience preferred.
• Civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Probate, trust administration, trust litigation, or estate‑related experience is a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Comfortable working in an on‑site office environment.
• Professional, responsive, organized, and able to manage deadlines independently.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will get real responsibility, not just back‑office legal assignments.
• You will work on a diverse mix of civil litigation, probate, trust, business, and real‑estate‑related matters.
• You will join a stable, reputable firm with deep roots in the local legal community.
• You will have access to mentorship, partner interaction, and professional development.
• You will be part of a collaborative office culture that values quality legal work and client service.
• You will have room to grow your skills, build confidence, and develop into a stronger advocate.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance