Hybrid Civil Defense Litigation Associate

Jobot; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid remote/office schedule

Job summary

Jobot in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to manage civil litigation matters from intake to resolution, including research, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and client communications. This role operates in a boutique defense firm with a hybrid work model.

Ideal candidates hold a CA bar in good standing and have strong civil litigation experience across areas like real estate, construction, and premises liability, with the ability to manage a caseload

Qualifications

• Active CA bar license in good standing.
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from intake to resolution.
• Strong research, drafting, and trial preparation skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently in a boutique setting.

Responsibilities

• Appear in hearings and trials.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in mediations and settlement conferences.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Advise on risk management and strategy to resolve disputes.

Skills

Active CA bar in good standing

Strong litigation skills

Civil practice experience

Independent caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Jobot in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to manage civil litigation matters from intake to resolution, including research, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and client communications. This role operates in a boutique defense firm with a hybrid work model.

Ideal candidates hold a CA bar in good standing and have strong civil litigation experience across areas like real estate, construction, and premises liability, with the ability to manage a caseload