Civil Litigation Associate — Trial-Ready & Client-Focused

Pacer Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to complex disputes

Courtroom and deposition experience

Direct client interaction

Competitive compensation structure

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Pacer Group in Portland, OR is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to handle a broad range of complex civil matters from early stages through resolution. You will manage all phases of litigation, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, and conduct depositions while coordinating with clients and experts.

The role offers direct client interaction, opportunities for trial support, and a competitive compensation structure within a collaborative, growth-focused litigation team.

Qualifications

• 1-7 years of civil and/or commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and motion practice skills.
• Deposition and court experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple cases independently with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of Civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal briefs.
• Conduct depositions and assist in witness preparation.
• Handle court appearances, hearings, and case management conferences.
• Manage written discovery and e-discovery processes.
• Work directly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Support trial preparation and assist at trial as needed.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Motion practice

Civil litigation experience

Job description

Pacer Group in Portland, OR is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to handle a broad range of complex civil matters from early stages through resolution. You will manage all phases of litigation, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, and conduct depositions while coordinating with clients and experts.

The role offers direct client interaction, opportunities for trial support, and a competitive compensation structure within a collaborative, growth-focused litigation team.