Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

O'Hagan Meyer; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Competitive compensation

Robust benefits package

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate with 0-3 years of civil litigation experience. The ideal candidate will manage diverse litigation matters and enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule. Newly barred attorneys are welcomed to apply, with mentorship and training provided. Competitive compensation ranges from $125,000 to $145,000, alongside a robust benefits package that includes health insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of civil litigation experience in various areas such as premises liability and environmental disputes.
• Outstanding academic credentials and initiative in a collaborative team environment.
• Motivated to handle complex legal matters and interact directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of civil litigation cases involving sophisticated clients.
• Participate in direct client interactions and assume significant responsibility.
• Engage in mentorship and development programs provided by the firm.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

O’Hagan Meyer is seeking a Litigation Associate with 0-3 years of civil litigation experience to join our Orange County, CA office. This is an ideal opportunity for new attorneys looking to handle a wide-range of civil litigation matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients. We will train newly licensed attorneys interested in commercial litigation, if this is you, please apply!

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• 0-3 years of litigation experience including, premises liability, products liability, real estate, environmental disputes, insurance and/or general construction litigation.
• Candidates should demonstrate outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills, as well as strong academic credentials.
• The ideal candidate will also be highly motivated to be part of a busy national practice, demonstrate initiative, assume responsibility for matters, and possess the interpersonal and communication skills to work well as part of a large, collaborative team.
• Candidates must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in California. Open to newly barred candidates!

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters.
• Mentorship, training and development programs for associates.
• Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs.
• Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.

Salary Range: $125,000 to $145,000

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