Associate Attorney - General Liability

pettitkohningrassialutzdolinpc; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health, dental & vision insurance

100% premiums paid

Student loan repayment

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

FSA

On-site gym & massage

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team

Job summary

Pettit Kohning Rassia Lutz Dolin PC in San Diego, CA is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 1–6+ years of general liability and transportation experience to handle complex matters in a fast-paced firm.

The role involves managing cases from pre-trial to post-trial, drafting pleadings, participating in depositions and mediations, and advising clients on strategy. California Bar admission and JD are required; hybrid work arrangement in San Diego.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 1–6+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and represent clients in litigation cases, from pre-trial to post-trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to prepare for trials.
• Provide clients with clear, strategic advice on legal matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CA Bar admission

Job description

Job Title

Litigation Attorney – General Liability / Transportation

Location

Hybrid-Remote (San Diego, CA 92130)

About the Role

Seeking Litigation Attorney with 1-6+ years of experience to handle general liability (auto, premises liability, construction defect) and complex liability matters for a hard-working, fast-paced, AV-rated law firm. Self-starting, solid work ethic candidate with experience in all aspects of litigation required, including investigation, research, analysis, discovery and motions. Candidate should have experience taking percipient/party/expert depositions and representing clients in mediations and court hearings. Excellent research and writing skills are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and represent clients in litigation cases, from pre-trial to post-trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to prepare for trials.
• Provide clients with clear, strategic advice on legal matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 1-6+ years of experience inrelevant legal experience.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 - $185,000+, commensurate with experience.

• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental and vision insurance plans
• 100% company-paidhealth and dental insurance premiums
• Student loan debt payment up to $5,250annually, effective 1/1/2027
• 401(k) retirementplan with company match
• Pet insurance
• Flexible Spending Account(FSA)
• On-site gym facilities and massage studio
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Great work atmosphere and supportive teamenvironment