Hybrid Litigation Associate — Trial & Discovery Lead

Adams-; Monrovia (CA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Monrovia, California-based Litigation Associate role with a nationally recognized firm is seeking attorneys with 3+ years of defense litigation experience to join its California team. The position offers hands-on trial experience, direct partner interaction, and a flexible hybrid work environment (2 days in office).

You will manage all litigation phases, take/defend depositions, draft motions, and support discovery and client communications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Products liability, toxic tort, and/or general liability experience preferred but no required.
• Motion drafting experience required.
• Dispositive motion experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and argue motions
• Conduct legal research and case analysis
• Prepare written discovery and discovery responses
• Communicate directly with clients and partners
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups

Skills

Deposition handling

Motion drafting

Legal research

Client communication

Trial preparation

Job description

Monrovia, California-based Litigation Associate role with a nationally recognized firm is seeking attorneys with 3+ years of defense litigation experience to join its California team. The position offers hands-on trial experience, direct partner interaction, and a flexible hybrid work environment (2 days in office).

You will manage all litigation phases, take/defend depositions, draft motions, and support discovery and client communications.