California Litigation Associate: Product Liability Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible paid time off

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Inclusive parental leave

Global mobility program

Comprehensive health benefits

Robust disability coverage

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a litigation associate in California with 1-4 years of experience to handle complex product liability matters and commercial disputes. The role involves working with policyholders, brokers, and insurers on domestic and international claims.

Responsibilities include taking depositions, drafting pleadings, and conducting legal research. Must have California bar admission and courtroom experience; hybrid work is offered with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in California is required.
• Commercial litigation experience is required.
• Asbestos/toxic tort experience is ideal.
• Courtroom experience including motions is required.
• Trial experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Take depositions, attend hearings, and mediations as required.
• Draft pleadings and briefs.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Draft interrogatories and document demands.
• Review document collections in preparation for litigation.
• Submit filings to the court.

Skills

Legal writing

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

J.D./LL.M.

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a litigation associate in California with 1-4 years of experience to handle complex product liability matters and commercial disputes. The role involves working with policyholders, brokers, and insurers on domestic and international claims.

Responsibilities include taking depositions, drafting pleadings, and conducting legal research. Must have California bar admission and courtroom experience; hybrid work is offered with competitive benefits.