Litigation Associate

Gutierrez, Preciado & House; California (MO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Long-Term Care Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gutierrez, Preciado & House seeks a motivated Litigation Associate to join our team in Southern California. We defend public entities in lawsuits and administrative proceedings, handling discrimination, police practices, civil rights, and more.

You will draft pleadings, conduct legal research, and prepare for hearings, trials, and mediations. We offer a structured mentorship program, a manageable workload, and a warm, collaborative culture that supports growth from law school to practice.

Qualifications

• Admission to California State Bar
• 0-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft concise legal memoranda.
• Assist in preparing pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
• Review client documents, case files, and evidence to build a solid defense.
• Attend and observe depositions, court hearings, and mediations with opportunities to transition into active participation.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, the courts, and firm staff.

Skills

Admission to California State Bar

0-3 years experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring Immediately!

We are seeking motivated Litigation Associate to join our team!

About Us

We are a premier law firm dedicated to providing top-tier legal services while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for the next generation of legal talent. We know that the transition from law school to firm practice can be daunting, which is why we prioritize a warm, approachable culture that welcomes questions from those who wish to learn how to be trial attorneys.

If you are a recent law school graduate or a newly admitted attorney looking for a great place to launch your career, you’ll find a structured mentorship program, a manageable workload, and a team eager to help you succeed.

Position Overview

Litigation on the front lines. We defend Southern California public entities in lawsuits and administrative proceedings. We have handled claims for discrimination, police practices, civil rights, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, motor vehicle, disability, and more. Our litigation associates help obtain discovery, write motions and try cases.

Our litigation associates work closely with seasoned partners on active cases, in an encouraging atmosphere, gaining hands-on experience in drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, participating in discovery, and preparing for hearings, trials and mediations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft clear, concise legal memoranda.
• Assist in preparing pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
• Review client documents, case files, and evidence to help build a solid defense for our client.
• Attend and observe depositions, court hearings, and mediations alongside the partners, with opportunities to transition into active participation as your skills and confidence grows.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, the courts, and firm staff.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Admission to California State Bar
• 0-3-year experience.

Position Type

• Full Time

Compensation

• $110,000 / year for beginners (Commensurate with experience)

Benefits Package

We believe that taking care of our team members is foundational to helping them grow into exceptional attorneys. We offer a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits suite designed to support your health, family, and long-term future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverages:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial & Retirement Security:
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Firm matching contributions to jumpstart your long-term savings.
• Life Insurance: Firm-paid term life insurance policy for peace of mind.
• Income Protection:
• Short-Term Disability (STD): Coverage for temporary illnesses or injuries.
• Long-Term Disability (LTD): Long-term income protection in the event of a severe, prolonged medical issue.
• Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance: Home and facility care services.
• Work-Life Balance:
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), observed holidays, and structured billable hour targets tailored to balance work-life.