Associate Attorney Lemon Law Litigation

Orionplacement; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A consumer advocacy law firm in Santa Monica, CA, is seeking a civil litigation attorney with at least 2 years of experience. The role involves representing clients, drafting legal documents, and managing caseloads in a collaborative environment. Candidates must hold a J.D. and an active California Bar license. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for mentorship and skill development. Ideal for attorneys looking for a supportive team and (e.g., lemon law) experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of civil litigation experience in California is required.
• Experience in handling court appearances and depositions is strongly preferred.
• Must have strong legal writing and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in lemon law and civil litigation matters.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Manage cases efficiently while meeting billable hour requirements.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal writing

Case management

Advocacy

Education

J.D. and active California Bar license

Job description

Pay: $145,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Job description:

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at our clients Santa Monica, CA office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have at least 2 years of civil litigation experience in California. Lemon Law experience is a huge plus.

About Our Client

Our client is a highly successful consumer advocacy law firm dedicated to protecting California drivers under the states lemon law. With a 99% success rate, theyve litigated thousands of cases against major auto manufacturers, securing refunds, replacements, and compensation for clients. Their team culture is collaborative, diverse, and supportive, offering career growth, mentorship, and hands‑on litigation experience.

Job Description

• Represent clients in lemon law and civil litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
• Handle court appearances, hearings, and depositions
• Work closely with clients and team members to develop case strategies
• Manage caseload efficiently with reasonable billable hour requirements
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and staff in a supportive environment

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California Bar license required
• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience (personal injury or lemon law highly transferable)
• Experience in hearings and/or defending depositions strongly preferred
• Strong legal writing, advocacy, and case management skills
• Not open to relocation candidates must already be in California

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Competitive pay based on experience, plus future profit-sharing potential
• On-site role with free parking in Santa Monica
• Clear, reasonable billable hour expectations (45 hours per week)
• Collaborative and supportive work culture with mentorship from seasoned attorneys
• Opportunity to build trial and deposition skills quickly

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance