Associate Attorney - Trial and Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible PTO

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Irvine, California is seeking an associate attorney with 2-6 years of strong litigation experience to join our office. The role handles general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases, with emphasis on depositions, discovery, motion practice, and pre-trial preparation.

Candidates should have excellent research and writing skills, strong advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters while delivering clear reports to clients.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the bar in Colorado.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Report effectively to clients.

Skills

Research and writing

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Case strategy development

Detail oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney with 2-6 years of strong litigation experience to join their office in Irvine, California. The role involves handling general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in depositions, discovery, motion practice, and pre-trial preparations, and must demonstrate excellent research and writing skills.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Report effectively to clients.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the bar in Colorado.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the Colorado State Bar.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proactive and organized approach.
• Ability to interact positively with opposing counsel and clients.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.