Hybrid Litigation Associate — Mentored Trial Experience

Orion Placement; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Paid parking

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Woodland Hills, CA, seeks an attorney to join a boutique litigation defense firm. You will manage civil matters through all stages, under seasoned mentors.

This hybrid role offers 3 days in office, 2 remote, and a strong benefits package plus quarterly bonuses.

Applicants must be licensed in California; 1+ year of litigation experience preferred; insurance defense and related practice areas valued.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 1+ year of litigation experience preferred.
• Insurance defense or civil litigation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned civil litigation matters through all stages of the case lifecycle with appropriate supervision.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analysis of substantive and procedural issues.
• Participate in case strategy, discovery planning, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations as experience permits.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, experts, court personnel, and colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, court rules, ethical obligations, and firm policies.
• Maintain accurate billable and non-billable time records while meeting annual billable-hour expectations.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and contribute to high-quality client service.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Client service mindset

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Confidential Employer in Woodland Hills, CA, seeks an attorney to join a boutique litigation defense firm. You will manage civil matters through all stages, under seasoned mentors.

This hybrid role offers 3 days in office, 2 remote, and a strong benefits package plus quarterly bonuses.

Applicants must be licensed in California; 1+ year of litigation experience preferred; insurance defense and related practice areas valued.