Attorney

Jobless; Westlake Village (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Hybrid schedule after training

Generous paid time off

Mentorship and CLE support

Clear growth pathways

Job summary

Jobless in Westlake Village, CA, seeks a Civil Litigation Attorney. The opportunity offers hands-on experience from day one with coaching from partners, no artificial hierarchy, and real responsibility to influence outcomes.

Ideal candidates are newly licensed or early in their litigation journey, with California Bar in good standing, strong writing and analytical skills, and a drive for excellence in a boutique setting. Hybrid schedule available after training.

Qualifications

• California Bar in good standing is required.
• Strong civil litigation foundation is essential.
• Exceptional writing and analytical skills are necessary.
• Professional, composed, and attentive to detail are valued.
• Comfortable with autonomy and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and concise legal briefs.
• Conduct discovery, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Develop litigation strategy and maintain direct client communication.
• Work closely with partners on complex legal issues.

Skills

California Bar in good standing

Strong civil litigation foundation

Exceptional writing and analytical

Autonomy and high expectations

Client communication

Job description

CIVIL LITIGATION ATTORNEY

Boutique Focused Elevated

THE OPPORTUNITY

You just passed the Bar or you're early in your litigation journey, and you're ready to actually litigate, not wait your turn. Here, there’s no hierarchy blocking you, no years-long wait before you touch a file, and no “junior associate” busywork. You’ll get hands-on experience from day one, with partners who coach and train. We’re a boutique litigation firm built for attorneys who want to grow fast and do real work. If you want responsibility, autonomy, and the ability to influence outcomes, you’ll thrive here.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage cases from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and concise legal briefs
• Conduct discovery, depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Develop litigation strategy and maintain direct client communication
• Work closely with partners on complex legal issues

WHAT DEFINES YOU

• California Bar in good standing
• Strong civil litigation foundation
• Exceptional writing and analytical skills
• Professional, composed, and attentive to detail
• Comfortable with autonomy and high expectations

WHO SHOULD APPLY

• Newly licensed attorneys eager to learn and grow quickly
• Experienced attorneys who want autonomy and trust
• Strong writers with sharp analytical skills
• Confident communicators who thrive under responsibility
• Organized, driven, and committed to excellence

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Entry Level (0-2 years post-bar): $90,000+ base salary
• Mid to Senior Level (3+ years litigation experience): $150,000+ base salary (dependent on experience, skillset, and litigation track record)

• Annual performance-based raises and bonuses
• 401(k) with match after one year
• Hybrid schedule available after training, subject to Partner approval
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays
• Mentorship, CLE support, and clear growth pathways
• A calm, focused work environment free from corporate hierarchy