Litigation Associate

Gutierrez, Preciado & House; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gutierrez, Preciado & House is hiring a Litigation Associate to join our dynamic legal team in Pasadena, California. The role involves conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and gaining hands-on experience in the courtroom. Ideal for recent law graduates, we offer a structured mentorship program to support your career growth.

With competitive compensation starting at $110,000 per year, our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverages, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Join us to contribute to important legal cases while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in litigation or related fields.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft legal memoranda.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Attend depositions and court hearings with partners.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Communication skills

Court procedures

Education

Admission to California State Bar

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring Immediately!

We are seeking motivated Litigation Associate to join our team!

About Us

We are a premier law firm dedicated to providing top‑tier legal services while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for the next generation of legal talent. We know that the transition from law school to firm practice can be daunting, which is why we prioritize a warm, approachable culture that welcomes questions from those who wish to learn how to be trial attorneys.

If you are a recent law school graduate or a newly admitted attorney looking for a great place to launch your career, you’ll find a structured mentorship program, a manageable workload, and a team eager to help you succeed.

Position Overview

Litigation on the front lines. We defend Southern California public entities in lawsuits and administrative proceedings. We have handled claims for discrimination, police practices, civil rights, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, motor vehicle, disability, and more. Our litigation associates help obtain discovery, write motions and try cases.

Our litigation associates work closely with seasoned partners on active cases, in an encouraging atmosphere, gaining hands‑on experience in drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, participating in discovery, and preparing for hearings, trials and mediations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft clear, concise legal memoranda.
• Assist in preparing pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
• Review client documents, case files, and evidence to help build a solid defense for our client.
• Attend and observe depositions, court hearings, and mediations alongside the partners, with opportunities to transition into active participation as your skills and confidence grows.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, the courts, and firm staff.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Admission to California State Bar
• 0-3 year experience.

Position Type

• Full Time

Compensation

• $110,000 / year for beginners (Commensurate with experience)

Additional Documents

• Please submit your resume, a brief writing sample (3–5 pages), and a cover letter detailing why you believe our firm is you would like to kick start your legal career.

Benefits Package

We believe that taking care of our team members is foundational to helping them grow into exceptional attorneys. We offer a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits suite designed to support your health, family, and long‑term future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverages:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial & Retirement Security:
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Firm matching contributions to jumpstart your long‑term savings.
• Life Insurance: Firm‑paid term life insurance policy for peace of mind.
• Income Protection:
• Short‑Term Disability (STD): Coverage for temporary illnesses or injuries.
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD): Long‑term income protection in the event of a severe, prolonged medical issue.
• Long‑Term Care (LTC) Insurance: Home and facility care services.
• Work‑Life Balance:
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), observed holidays, and structured billable hour targets tailored to balance work‑life.