Associate Attorney - General Liability

O'Hagan Meyer; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Mentorship and training programs

Robust benefits package

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid parental leave program

Job summary

A law firm in California is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2 to 5 years of civil litigation experience to join their General Liability practice group. The ideal candidate will manage complex cases in both state and federal courts. Key qualifications include strong research, writing, and analytical skills, alongside trial preparation experience. This position offers a competitive salary between $135,000 and $170,000, along with a flexible hybrid schedule, mentorship programs, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of civil litigation experience including premises liability, products liability, and personal injury.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience with trial preparation, discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work both independently and collaboratively.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Trial preparation experience

Managing multiple cases

Education

Admission to the CA state bar

Job description

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2 to 5 years of experience in civil litigation to join our General Liability practice group. The ideal candidate will represent clients in complex civil litigation matters, including premises liability, products liability, personal injury, mass torts, and/or nursing home cases.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative team of experienced attorneys handling a diverse docket of cases in both state and federal courts.

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.

Requirements

• 2 -5 years of civil litigation experience including premises liability, products liability, and personal injury
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with trial preparation, discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work both independently and collaboratively
• Admission to the CA state bar and in good standing

Benefits

• 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: $135,000 to $170,000

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