Civil Litigation Defense Associate

First Roles; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical

Dental, vision and 401(k)

Job summary

First Roles in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Associate (1+ years) to join a well-established California defense firm. The role emphasizes independent work with mentorship and offers a flexible environment.

Ideal candidate will have 1+ years in civil defense, experience with discovery and depositions, and strong research and writing skills. California admission in good standing is required; compensation ranges from $115,000 to $190,000+ with a performance-based bonus, plus

Qualifications

• 1+ years of civil litigation defense experience (civil defense, product liability, premises liability, medical malpractice or a related field).
• Experience with written discovery and with taking and defending depositions.
• Law and motion practice, court appearances, legal research and memos.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Admitted in California and in good standing.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Civil litigation defense

Discovery

Depositions

Law & motion

Legal writing

California Bar

Job description

Civil Litigation Defense Associate (1+ Years), Long Beach, CA

About the firm

We are working with a well-established, well-respected California defense firm founded in 1990. It has 30+ attorneys across multiple offices statewide and is adding a junior associate in its Long Beach office. Attorneys stay a long time here, and the firm offers a flexible work environment.

The opportunity

This role suits someone who can work independently but still values mentorship and wants to grow their practice. Pay is based on performance, not seniority. A standout third-year can out-earn a sixth-year here.

Practice areas

• Insurance defense
• Premises liability
• Insurance coverage
• Medical malpractice
• Business and real estate
• Workers' compensation

What we're looking for

• 1+ years of civil litigation defense experience (civil defense, product liability, premises liability, medical malpractice or a related field)
• Experience with written discovery and with taking and defending depositions
• Law and motion practice, court appearances, legal research and memos
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Admitted in California and in good standing
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Why apply

• Compensation of $115,000 to $190,000+, plus a performance-based bonus
• Annual reviews with real raise potential
• Flexible work schedule, depending on what works for you and the team
• Employer-paid medical, plus dental, vision and a 401(k)

Compensation depends on experience and location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.