Associate Attorney - Toxic Tort and Product Liability

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus plan

Employer-paid medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness incentives

Life and pet insurance

Unlimited Time Off program

12 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Woodland Hills, CA seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in toxic tort and product liability to join a team handling complex civil litigation, mediations, and trials. The ideal candidate has robust writing and advocacy skills and can manage cases from inception to resolution.

Requirements include 2+ years in civil litigation, active California Bar admission, and experience drafting pleadings and motions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Current admission to the California State Bar.
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, and court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex toxic tort and product liability litigation from inception to resolution.
• Handle general liability, wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, and contracts disputes.
• Develop legal strategies, conduct research, and draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery processes and argue motions in court.
• Attend mediations and participate in trials.
• Collaborate with team members and receive mentorship from experienced partners.

Skills

Civil litigation

Toxic tort

Product liability

Legal writing

Advocacy

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Toxic Tort and Product Liability to join their team in Woodland Hills, California. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex litigation matters and work with a diverse range of clients, providing a platform for professional growth.

Duties

• Manage complex toxic tort and product liability litigation from inception to resolution.
• Handle general liability, wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, and breach of contract/business disputes.
• Develop legal strategies, conduct research, and draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery processes and argue motions in court.
• Attend mediations and participate in trials.
• Collaborate with team members and receive mentorship from experienced partners.

Requirements

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in general liability, construction, personal/catastrophic injury, contracts/business, and/or commercial disputes.
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required.
• Experience in preparing pleadings, discovery, drafting motions, and appearing in court.
• Arbitration and trial experience preferred.
• Experience supervising law clerks and junior associates is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective client communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus plan (paid quarterly).
• Generous medical insurance with employer-paid premiums.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program.
• Life and pet insurance.
• Unlimited Time Off program and 12 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.