Litigation Associate

Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP; Los Angeles, California (CA, 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 defense firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to manage case management and client representation while offering remote work options. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in California civil litigation, including preparing motions and representing clients in court. The role provides competitive compensation and excellent benefits including mentorship and work-life balance.

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

Civil Litigation experience

Drafting and arguing motions

Trial preparation

Courtroom representation

Conducting depositions

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

California State Bar member

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.

Litigation Associate

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. (Remote position, however, must live within driving distance to the local office as occasional on‑site work may be required in San Diego.) You will be integral to our civil litigation defense efforts, managing various aspects of case management and client representation: drafting and filing motions, preparing for and attending court trials, conducting depositions and providing legal counsel to our clients.

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 initial interview.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice