Entrepreneurial Plaintiff Litigation Associate (San Diego)

The Law Office of Elliott Kanter APC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + 13 firm-observed holidays

Firm-paid medical and vision insurance

401(k) with 3% safe harbor

Profit sharing plan

10% origination fees

Bar dues and CLEs paid by firm

Firm-paid parking

Cell phone stipend

Team events throughout the year

Job summary

The Law Office of Elliott Kanter APC in San Diego, CA is seeking an entrepreneurial Associate Attorney with a passion for plaintiff advocacy. You will manage cases from inception to resolution, conduct discovery, and take depositions while collaborating with a high-performing team to deliver outstanding results.

Requirements include a JD, active CA Bar license, 3+ years of plaintiff-side civil litigation, strong writing and communication, and the ability to contribute to firm growth.

Qualifications

• JD and active California Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of plaintiff-side civil litigation experience.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Strong legal writing, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to contribute to firm growth.
• Ability to independently manage cases and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Bonus: Spanish-speaking.
• Bonus: Experience with CasePeer, Microsoft Teams and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, discovery, draft pleadings and motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare clients, witnesses and experts for depositions, hearings and trial.
• Develop case strategy with firm leadership.
• Handle court appearances, hearings, mediations, and conferences.
• Maintain regular client communication and service.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to move cases forward.
• Utilize legal tech and case management systems to manage caseloads.
• Contribute to business development and client relationships.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active California Bar license

Tools

CasePeer

Microsoft Teams

AI tools

Job description

The Law Office of Elliott Kanter APC in San Diego, CA is seeking an entrepreneurial Associate Attorney with a passion for plaintiff advocacy. You will manage cases from inception to resolution, conduct discovery, and take depositions while collaborating with a high-performing team to deliver outstanding results.

Requirements include a JD, active CA Bar license, 3+ years of plaintiff-side civil litigation, strong writing and communication, and the ability to contribute to firm growth.