Associate Litigation Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Firm-paid gym membership

International travel opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney in Palos Verdes Estates, CA. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 or more years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, and will join a dynamic team handling complex civil litigation and insurance matters.

The role involves conducting research, drafting pleadings and motions, taking and defending depositions, and collaborating with partners on strategy and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar in good standing or pending admission.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
• Appear in court for law and motion hearings and case management conferences.
• Take and defend depositions, commensurate with experience.
• Analyze cases and assist in developing litigation strategy.
• Participate in trial preparation and trial.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Litigation Attorney in Palos Verdes Estates, CA. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 or more years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, and will join a dynamic team handling complex civil litigation and insurance matters.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
• Appear in court for law and motion hearings and case management conferences.
• Take and defend depositions, commensurate with experience.
• Analyze cases and assist in developing litigation strategy.
• Participate in trial preparation and trial.
• Attend and assist with mediations, commensurate with experience.
• Work directly with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar (or pending admission).
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and genuine desire to grow as a trial lawyer.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active member in good standing with the California State Bar (or pending admission).

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching.
• Bonus based on performance.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.
• Wellness resources.
• Firm-paid gym membership.
• International travel opportunities.