Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

gpac; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work arrangement

In-office 2 days per week

Résumé du poste

gpac is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its California toxic tort practice. This is a defense-litigation track for a professional looking to transition into a sophisticated toxic tort docket with a national firm.

No prior toxic tort experience is required; a strong defense background and eagerness to learn are key. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2 days per week in the office, located in California.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Active California law license.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Experience with depositions and motion practice.
• Experience taking plaintiff and/or expert depositions.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interest in developing a career in toxic tort litigation.

Responsabilités

• Manage assigned litigation matters and case deadlines.
• Represent clients on local and national accounts throughout California.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial.
• Review, analyze, and respond to discovery.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analysis.
• Prepare and electronically file court documents.
• Assist with trial strategy, preparation, and support.
• Communicate effectively with opposing counsel and other parties.
• Maintain accurate and timely billing and case records.

Connaissances

Defense litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Detail oriented

Team player

Career focus in toxic tort

Formation

J.D. from accredited law school

Description du poste

Associate Attorney - Toxic Tort Litigation | California

Build Your Career in Toxic Tort Litigation with a Nationally Recognized Firm

A premier national litigation firm is looking to add a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to its California team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a defense litigator who wants to transition into a specialized and highly sophisticated practice area.

No prior toxic tort experience is required. The firm is interested in attorneys with a strong defense litigation background who are eager to learn and develop a practice focused on toxic tort matters.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2 days per week in the office.

What You Can Expect

• Work on sophisticated litigation matters for local and national clients
• Develop expertise in toxic tort and complex civil litigation
• Take meaningful responsibility for your own caseload
• Gain experience handling matters through all stages of litigation
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a highly regarded national practice
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned litigation matters and case deadlines
• Represent clients on local and national accounts throughout California
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Review, analyze, and respond to discovery
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analysis
• Prepare and electronically file court documents
• Assist with trial strategy, preparation, and support
• Communicate effectively with opposing counsel and other parties
• Maintain accurate and timely billing and case records

Qualifications

• 2+ years of defense litigation experience
• Active license to practice law in California
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Demonstrated experience with depositions and motion practice
• Experience taking plaintiff and/or expert depositions
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Strong interest in developing a career in toxic tort litigation

Toxic tort experience is not required. A solid foundation in defense litigation and a willingness to learn are what matter most.

If you're a California defense litigator ready to expand your practice and explore a new area of complex litigation, I'd be happy to tell you more about the opportunity.

All inquiries are completely confidential.

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.