Litigation Associate

Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partner mentorship

Work-life balance

Hybrid, Remote or In-Office Work Models

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flex Spending Plan

401K + Employer Match

Job summary

A prestigious civil litigation firm is seeking a full-time Litigation Associate to join their team in California. The role involves preparing and filing motions, representing clients in trials, and managing litigation tasks. Candidates should have prior California Civil Litigation experience and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a partner mentorship, flexible work models, and a starting salary of $125,000–$150,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Prior CA Civil Litigation experience required.
• Proven track record of drafting and arguing motions.
• Ability to effectively navigate the court system.
• Experience in trial preparation and courtroom representation.
• Skilled in conducting depositions and witness examinations.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Experience in construction or casualty claims a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file motions, pleadings and discovery.
• Represent clients in trial, arbitrations, depositions and mediations.
• Update clients and/or their insurers.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Manage day-to-day litigation tasks.
• Meet and maintain annual firm billable requirements monthly.

Skills

California Civil Litigation

Drafting and arguing motions

Court navigation

Trial preparation

Conducting depositions

Written communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Active California State Bar member

Experience in construction or casualty claims

Job description

Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP is a prestigious civil litigation defense firm with 44 years of experience. Since 1980, we have specialized in construction defect and casualty claims, successfully representing developers and general contractors in major cases. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Position

We are seeking a full‑time Litigation Associate to join our talented legal team in San Diego, CA. This role offers a remote work model, but the candidate must live within driving distance to the local office as occasional onsite work may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file motions, pleadings and discovery.
• Represent clients in trial, arbitrations, depositions and mediations.
• Update clients and/or their insurers.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Manage day‑to‑day litigation tasks.
• Meet and maintain annual firm billable requirements monthly.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Prior CA Civil Litigation experience required.
• Proven track record of drafting and arguing motions.
• Ability to effectively navigate the court system.
• Experience in trial preparation and courtroom representation.
• Skilled in conducting depositions and witness examinations.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Experience in construction or casualty claims a plus.

Benefits of Joining Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP

• Partner mentorship providing guidance, advice, feedback and support
• Amazing teams and work life balance
• Hybrid, Remote or In‑Office Work Models
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Plan
• 401K + Employer Match

We encourage candidates of all experience levels to apply, regardless of background or salary expectations. The starting salary for this position is $125,000–$150,000, with compensation scaling upward based on the candidate's qualifications, expertise, and relevant experience. Total compensation will be discussed in the initial interview.