Litigation Associate

C&M Legal Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A California litigation & trial firm in Irvine is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Irvine office. This role offers substantial case responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to develop deposition and trial experience alongside seasoned litigators.

The position features ownership of varied civil litigation matters, from initial assessment to resolution, with opportunities for mentorship and potential partnership growth.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California Bar.
• Foundation in civil litigation with the ability to take increasing ownership.
• Strong legal writing, sound judgment, and effective client communication.
• Deposition experience is preferred; attorneys earlier in their careers will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of a varied civil litigation caseload from initial assessment through resolution.
• Developing case strategy and handling substantive discovery, motion practice, and depositions.
• Working directly with clients while managing matters at different stages of litigation.
• Gaining hands-on trial experience and mentorship from experienced attorneys.

Skills

Civil litigation

Deposition experience

Client communication

Legal writing

Job description

A California litigation & trial firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Irvine office. The role offers substantial case responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to develop deposition and trial experience alongside seasoned litigators.

The role includes

• Taking ownership of a varied civil litigation caseload, from initial assessment through resolution
• Developing case strategy and handling substantive discovery, motion practice, and depositions
• Working directly with clients while managing matters at different stages of litigation
• Gaining hands-on trial experience and mentorship from experienced attorneys

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California Bar
• A foundation in civil litigation and the ability to take increasing ownership of matters
• Strong legal writing, sound judgment, and effective client communication
• Deposition experience is preferred, though attorneys earlier in their careers will be considered

The firm is considering associates with a range of experience, including attorneys from law firms, in-house legal teams, and government roles. For those looking to build a long-term practice, the position offers a path to partnership.