Associate Attorney (Personal Injury)

West Coast Trial Lawyers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holidays

Team lunches

Job summary

West Coast Trial Lawyers is seeking a Junior Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to support the litigation team from filing through resolution. This role targets attorneys with 1–3 years of experience who want to build strong litigation skills in a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with senior attorneys and partners, gaining hands-on experience in case strategy, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar in good standing.
• 1–5 years of litigation experience (PI preferred).
• Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities.
• Exposure to discovery, motions, or depositions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a caseload of personal injury matters through the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Support depositions, including preparation of materials and summaries.
• Conduct legal research and assist in drafting memoranda and briefs.
• Assist in preparing cases for hearings, mediations, and trial.
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel under attorney supervision.
• Maintain organized case files and track deadlines.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

West Coast Trial Lawyers is a top-ranked personal injury firm known for its aggressive litigation approach and proven trial results. With over $2 billion recovered for our clients, we handle complex, high-stakes cases against major corporations and insurance companies.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

West Coast Trial Lawyers is a top-ranked personal injury firm known for its aggressive litigation approach and proven trial results. With over $2 billion recovered for our clients, we handle complex, high-stakes cases against major corporations and insurance companies.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to support the litigation team in managing cases from filing through resolution. This role is ideal for an attorney with 1-3 years of experience who is looking to develop strong litigation skills in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

You will work closely with senior attorneys and partners, gaining hands-on experience in case strategy, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a caseload of personal injury matters through the litigation process
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
• Support depositions, including preparation of materials and summaries
• Conduct legal research and assist in drafting memoranda and briefs
• Assist in preparing cases for hearings, mediations, and trial
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel under attorney supervision
• Maintain organized case files and track deadlines

Requirements

• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
• 1-5 years of litigation experience (personal injury preferred)
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Exposure to discovery, motion practice, or depositions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Collaborative and eager to learn

Salary Range: $120,000.00-$150,000.00 per year + Commission

West Coast Trial Lawyers offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and holidays, along with firm-sponsored team lunches.

Salary Description

$120,000.00-$150,000.00 per year + Commission