Complex/General Litigation Attorney – California

Klinedinst PC; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Klinedinst PC in California is seeking an ambitious attorney with 7+ years of experience in general litigation, business litigation, and/or complex civil litigation to join our team in California locations including San Diego, Irvine, Los Angeles, or Sacramento.

The ideal candidate will independently handle GL/business matters, structure discovery plans, take and defend depositions, and manage document-intensive cases while drafting dispositive motions and preparing for trial.

Qualifications

• California-licensed attorney with 7+ years in GL/business/complex civil litigation.
• Experience structuring discovery plans, taking/defending depositions, managing document-intensive cases, drafting dispositive motions, and preparing for trial.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle general litigation, business litigation, and complex civil litigation matters.
• Structure discovery plans and manage depositions and document-heavy cases.
• Draft dispositive motions and prepare for trial; interact with clients and teams.

Skills

GL litigation

Business litigation

Complex civil litigation

Education

California Bar

Job description

Are you a results-driven attorney looking to enhance your career at a dynamic, innovative law firm? Klinedinst PC is seeking an ambitious attorney with at least 7+ years of experience in general litigation (GL), business litigation, and/or complex civil litigation to join our amazing team in any of our California locations – San Diego, Irvine, Los Angeles, or Sacramento – with the opportunity to handle matters throughout the state.

Klinedinst is a business-focused law firm with approximately 90 lawyers throughout seven physical offices in California, as well asin Seattle, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. Celebrating more than 42 years of success, Klinedinst PC offers an entrepreneurial culture, made up of diverse and creative problem-solvers who exhibit top-notch critical thinking, and an unwavering desire to provide extraordinary service to our clients. We believe our success stems from engaging professionals who come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, experiences, and opinions.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, interesting cases, complex legal issues, great clients, and many opportunities for professional growth and development. We encourage our attorneys to become involved in the community, embrace their passions in a team-oriented environment, and seek balance in their careers.

The ideal candidate is ready to take on responsibility, independently handling GL/business cases while tackling complex issues. We’re also looking for attorneys with experience in structuring discovery plans, taking and defending depositions, managing document-intensive cases, drafting dispositive motions, and preparing for trial.

Coming to work with a solid work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork will be critical factors for success in this position.

On our end, we offer interesting cases, complex legal issues, great clients, and many opportunities for professional growth and development. We encourage our attorneys to become involved in the community, embrace their passions, and seek balance in their careers.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• California licensed with 7+ years of experience in general litigation (GL), business litigation, and/or complex civil litigation
• Strong academic background and the ambition to create an extraordinary career
• Solid work ethic and a passion for advocacy
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Pay range: $150,000-195,000 per year (depends on experience)
• Team player

THE KLINEDINST ENVIRONMENT IS WHERE YOU'LL FIND:

• Supportive team-based law firm, with excellent support staff and technology resources
• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• Chances to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction
• A dynamic culture that embraces opportunities for remote working arrangements
• Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm
• Merit-based compensation

Hit the ground running and gain solid experience handling complex civil litigation/professional liability matters with some of the most respected attorneys in the field. Klinedinst PC is consistently recognized by Martindale, Super Lawyers, and other organizations for its talented team of legal professionals. Opportunities for growth are everywhere as the firm continues expanding its footprint across the West. We seek candidates who have a strong desire to build their own practice on a diversified, multi-state platform. Pay ranges are provided in compliance with SB1162, California's pay transparency law; actual pay may vary based on a variety of factors, including education, applicable experience, etc.

Klinedinst PC is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workspace, actively seeking to hire, retain, and promote employees from varied backgrounds. We adhere to strict anti-discrimination, harassment, and retaliation policies based on protected characteristics like race, gender, disability and sexual orientation.

No communications from recruiters, please.