Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Law Firms; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m­

Profit sharing

Job summary

Law Firms in Irvine, California, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of defense-side experience to join a growing boutique practice. You will handle early responsibility in sophisticated trial work and collaborate directly with leadership in a high-performing environment.

The role emphasizes strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with opportunities to manage a broad range of disputes including product liability, torts, and employment matters in California.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 3+ years of defense-side commercial litigation and trial practice experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with good judgment and self-directed drive.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda; handle factual investigation and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, coordinate expert witnesses, and participate directly in trial prep and proceedings.
• Manage matters across product liability, mass & toxic tort, commercial litigation, employment, and business torts.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical

Judgment

Self-directed

Education

J.D. and California Bar

Job description

Job Title: Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Location: Irvine, California

A growing defense-side trial boutique is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney (3+ years) for its expanding California platform. This role offers early responsibility, sophisticated trial work, and direct collaboration with leadership in a high-performing boutique environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda; handle factual investigation and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, coordinate expert witnesses, and participate directly in trial prep and proceedings.
• Manage matters across product liability, mass & toxic tort, commercial litigation, employment, and business torts.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 3+ years of defense-side commercial litigation and trial practice experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with good judgment and self-directed drive.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $250,000 – $350,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
• flexible paid time off (unlimited, subject to billable goals)