General Liability Associate

The Agency; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Agency, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking a General Liability Associate to join its expanding defense practice in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will manage litigation matters from early case development through resolution while working closely with senior attorneys and clients.

This position offers meaningful case responsibility, courtroom exposure, and long-term professional growth within a sophisticated legal environment. The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy skills and active admission to the applicable state bar.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in general liability or insurance defense.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting substantive motions and managing discovery.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support general liability litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze liability issues.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting legal documents

Deposition experience

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

A nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Associate to join its expanding defense practice. The firm is known for representing businesses, insurers, and organizations in complex liability matters while providing strategic legal advocacy across a wide range of industries. With a strong reputation for litigation excellence and a collaborative team environment, this opportunity offers meaningful case responsibility, courtroom exposure, and long-term professional growth within a sophisticated legal platform.

The General Liability Associate will assist in managing litigation matters from early case development through resolution while working closely with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective defense strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support general liability litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze liability issues
• Manage written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
• Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and hearings
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit management
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments and strategy

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in general liability or insurance defense
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting substantive motions and managing discovery
• Deposition experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities
• Active admission to the applicable state bar in good standing
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required

This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation associate seeking hands-on case responsibility, courtroom experience, and long-term advancement within a nationally respected litigation firm. For immediate consideration, please contact Allie Bradsky.