Associate Attorney – Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation

Recruitify; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Hybrid work after onboarding

Job summary

Recruitify is seeking an Associate Attorney for a boutique plaintiff personal injury practice in Santa Ana, CA. This full-time role offers hands-on experience across all phases of personal injury litigation.

We welcome attorneys from recently licensed first-year associates to seasoned litigators who want mentorship and long-term growth. Onsite initially, transitioning to a hybrid schedule after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Litigation experience as an attorney or clerk is preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A strong work ethic and desire to grow as a litigator.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and progressively manage a litigation caseload.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and insurance carriers.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys to develop litigation strategy.
• Assist with trial preparation and case resolution.
• Build the skills necessary to independently manage complex litigation matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Work ethic

Litigation experience

Job description

Job Title: Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Onsite to hybrid after onboarding (Santa Ana, CA)
Base Salary: $100,000-$160,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

We are hiring an Associate Attorney for a boutique plaintiff personal injury law firm in Santa Ana.

This is an outstanding opportunity for attorneys ranging from recently licensed first-year associates to experienced litigators with several years of experience. Whether you're looking to build your litigation foundation or continue growing your practice, you'll gain hands-on experience across all phases of plaintiff personal injury litigation while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment.

Whether your background is in plaintiff personal injury, insurance defense, criminal law, or general civil litigation, we're looking for someone who enjoys advocacy, is eager to learn, and wants to build a long-term career in litigation.

Must-Have Experience

We're open to attorneys ranging from first-year associates to several years of litigation experience.

You must have:

• Active California Bar license
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Litigation experience as an attorney, post-bar law clerk, certified law clerk, or judicial extern is preferred, but not required
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• A strong work ethic and desire to grow as a litigator

Preferred Background

Ideal

• Plaintiff Personal Injury
• Wrongful Death
• Premises Liability
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Civil Litigation

Strong Alternative Backgrounds

• Insurance Defense
• General Liability
• Criminal Law (Public Defender or District Attorney)
• Employment Litigation
• Commercial Litigation

What You Will Do

• Assist with and progressively manage a litigation caseload
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other legal documents
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and insurance carriers
• Work closely with experienced attorneys to develop litigation strategy
• Assist with trial preparation and case resolution
• Build the skills necessary to independently manage complex litigation matters

Why This Role Makes Sense

• Join a respected boutique plaintiff litigation firm
• Onsite at the start, and hybrid work schedule after onboarding
• Receive hands-on mentorship from experienced litigators
• Gain exposure to every phase of plaintiff litigation
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Long-term opportunity with significant room for professional growth

Great Fit If You...

• Are a recently licensed attorney looking to launch your litigation career, or an attorney with several years of experience looking for your next opportunity
• Enjoy legal writing, advocacy, and courtroom litigation
• Want mentorship while taking on increasing responsibility
• Are looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow
• Want to make a meaningful impact on behalf of injured clients

Compensation

Base salary is $100,000-$160,000, depending on experience.

Compensation will be based on your litigation experience, background, and overall qualifications. Attorneys ranging from first-year associates to experienced litigators are encouraged to apply.

If you're targeting compensation outside of the posted range, I still encourage you to apply. Let me know what you're looking for, and if your background is a fit, we'll discuss it during our initial Zoom call.