General Liability/Construction Defect Associate Attorney

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MG+M The Law Firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for its General Liability and Construction Defect practice in California. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience and will handle a variety of responsibilities, including managing litigation caseloads and conducting depositions, all within a supportive and collegial work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

401(k) plan with competitive compensation.

Hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in general liability and construction defect practice areas.
• Must be admitted to practice in California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload across California.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for trial.
• Prepare court filings and discovery responses.

Skills

Superior research skills

Superior writing skills

Organized and efficient work habits

Ability to multi-task

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Description

MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) is seeking to add an Associate Attorney to our General Liability and Construction Defect practice group in any of our four California offices (San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Los Angeles, and Irvine). The candidate should have about three (3) to six (6) years of experience in handling Defense General Liability and Construction Defect cases.

MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle local and statewide accounts throughout California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and serve counsel; experience with e-filing.
• Support trial preparation.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Candidate Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in general liability and construction defect practice areas.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience leading plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capable of working independently.
• Organized and efficient work habits.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and analyze complex matters.

Why Should You Apply?

Our associates work closely with senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, with the potential for fully remote work, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k).

MG+M does not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes diversity and equal opportunity.