Litigation Associate

Leoforce; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Health, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our dynamic legal team in Irvine, CA. The ideal candidate will manage complex civil litigation, with a focus on insurance coverage and professional liability, and will contribute to trial preparation, motions, and client counsel.

This mid-level role offers mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and potential partnership opportunities. The position involves working across state and federal courts with hearings, mediations, and arbitrations, and

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in CA state bar, in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience in insurance coverage, professional liability, trial preparation, insurance defense, or construction litigation.
• Ability to handle complex litigation cases independently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex litigation matters related to insurance coverage, professional liability, insurance defense, and construction litigation.
• Conduct exhaustive legal research and analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Prepare for trial by drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations, presenting arguments and evidence compellingly.
• Provide legal advice to clients, explaining legal rights, potential risks, and possible outcomes of cases.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed about case progress and addressing their concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with team members, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the firm's overall success.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Trial preparation

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Litigation Associate

Irvine, CA, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $125,000 - $180,000 per year

Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Litigation Associate to join our accomplished legal team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex litigation cases, demonstrating exceptional legal research and writing skills, and providing top-notch client service. This is a hands-on civil litigation role with exposure to state and federal court, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations, and the opportunity to develop insurance coverage and professional liability experience. The role offers strong mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and clear partnership potential for the right litigator. Will train on insurance coverage for strong litigators.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex litigation matters related to insurance coverage, professional liability, insurance defense, and construction litigation.
• Conduct exhaustive legal research and analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Prepare for trial by drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations, presenting arguments and evidence compellingly.
• Provide legal advice to clients, explaining legal rights, potential risks, and possible outcomes of cases.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed about case progress and addressing their concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with team members, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the firm's overall success.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the CA state bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation, specifically in insurance coverage, professional liability, trial preparation, insurance defense, or construction litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex litigation cases independently and effectively.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency in using legal research software and other law-related technologies.
• Commitment to adhering to the highest ethical and professional standards.com/apply/litigation-associate/1893259790

A bit about us

We’re partnering with a nationally recognized law firm known for its strong insurance law, government law, and complex litigation practices. The firm operates 10 offices across 6 states and litigates cases nationwide. They are consistently named to the Best Lawyers \"Best Law Firms\" list and are a Certified Great Place to Work, emphasizing collaboration, responsiveness, and high-quality client service.

Why join us

• Competitive base salary with a strong bonus structure
• Hybrid flexibility (3-4 days in office)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid parental leave
• Work on high-profile, complex litigation matters
• Gain exposure to insurance coverage and professional liability work (training provided for strong litigators)
• National platform with cross-office collaboration
• Work in the LA or Irvine offices
• 1900 Billables

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