Business Litigation Associate — Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

FBT Gibbons; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Generous 401(k) retirement plan

Well-being/EAP support

Pro bono opportunities

Job summary

The Orange County, California office of FBT Gibbons LLP is seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join a national full‑service firm with a coast‑to‑coast footprint. The role requires 4–6 years of litigation experience and involves written discovery, depositions, pleadings, and appearances at mediations, court hearings, and trials/arbitrations.

Compensation ranges from $210,000 to $225,000 depending on experience, with quarterly and annual bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of litigation experience in a Business Litigation Practice Group.
• Experience with written discovery, depositions, drafting pleadings and substantive motions.
• Skilled in attending mediations, court appearances, and assisting at trials/arbitrations.
• Trusts and estates litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong academic record with excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Attend and assist at mediations, court appearances, and arbitrations.
• Support trial teams with discovery, pleadings, and motions as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to manage matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Written discovery

Depositions

Pleadings

Motions

Mediations

Court appearances

Team collaboration

Estates litigation

Job description

The Orange County, California office of FBT Gibbons LLP is seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join a national full‑service firm with a coast‑to‑coast footprint. The role requires 4–6 years of litigation experience and involves written discovery, depositions, pleadings, and appearances at mediations, court hearings, and trials/arbitrations.

Compensation ranges from $210,000 to $225,000 depending on experience, with quarterly and annual bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package