Litigation Associate

Matura Farrington, Inc.; California; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Competitive base salary

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Career development

Job summary

Matura Farrington, Inc. in California seeks a Remote Associate Attorney with 2–6 years of civil litigation experience to join our defense-focused team.

This 100% remote role allows handling a national caseload while collaborating with Irvine-based partners and trial teams. Ideal candidates will have a JD from an ABA-approved school, be in good standing with the State Bar of California, and demonstrate success in pleadings, depositions, and high-stakes motions.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of civil litigation experience (defense preferred but not required).
• J.D. from ABA-approved law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload in complex civil litigation, product liability, and commercial defense.
• Draft complex pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Take and defend depositions of key witnesses, experts, and plaintiffs.
• Prepare for and argue high-stakes motions in both state and federal courts.
• Collaborate closely with partners and trial teams on trial strategy and preparation.
• Travel a few days per month for routine case matters, and travel nationwide as part of active trial teams.

Skills

Civil litigation

Drafting pleadings

Deposition handling

Motions

Discovery

Trial preparation

Client communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-approved law school

Job description

Job Title: Remote Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation)

About the Firm

We are an elite, rapidly growing national litigation defense firm seeking a skilled Associate Attorney with 2 to 6 years of civil litigation experience to join our expanding Southern California team. While our regional office is based in Irvine, CA, this position is 100% remote.

Our firm represents high-profile manufacturers, healthcare providers, and corporations in high-stakes complex litigation, including class actions, product liability, medical device defense, and commercial disputes. We run a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating, and trial-heavy practice. However, we also place immense value on mentorship, collaborative teamwork, camaraderie, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload in complex civil litigation, product liability, and commercial defense.


• Draft complex pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.


• Take and defend depositions of key witnesses, experts, and plaintiffs.


• Prepare for and argue high-stakes motions in both state and federal courts.


• Collaborate closely with partners and trial teams on trial strategy and preparation.


• Travel a few days per month for routine case matters, and travel nationwide as part of active trial teams.


• Experience: 2–6 years of dedicated civil litigation experience (defense experience preferred but not required).


• Skills: Proven track record of drafting pleadings, handling discovery, taking/defending depositions, and arguing motions.


• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-approved law school with strong academic credentials.


• Licensure: Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.


• Travel: Willingness to travel nationally a few days per month and during trial cycles.

What We Offer

• Remote Flexibility: 100% work-from-home model with full technical support and equipment provided for your home office.


• Compensation: Highly competitive base salary with performance-based bonus eligibility.


• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with firm contribution.


• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.


• Protection: Disability and life insurance coverage.


• Culture: A supportive, welcoming team environment focused on career development and collaborative trial work.