Litigation Associate

Trustpoint.One; San Diego (CA); Hybride; USD 185 000 - 205 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Trustpoint.One is partnering with a prestigious Am Law 100 law firm to add a Litigation Associate to its expanding Litigation Practice Group. The role offers a hybrid schedule and may be based in Los Angeles or San Diego, CA. The salary range is $185,000 to $205,000 DOE with bonus eligibility.

This position involves significant hands-on litigation and trial experience across product liability and complex matters, with opportunities to grow within a national coordinating counsel team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Must be admitted to the California Bar in good standing.

Responsabilités

• Manage and support complex litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle.
• Draft, argue, and respond to discovery motions and other substantive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Manage document review, production, and case files.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy memoranda.
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, experts, and litigation support teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional legal service.

Connaissances

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Time management

Formation

J.D. from an accredited law school

Description du poste

Litigation Associate (0-5 Years Experience)

Hybrid Schedule | Los Angeles or San Diego, CA

Salary: $185,000 - $205,000 DOE + Bonus Eligible

Trustpoint.One is partnering with a prestigious Am Law 100 law firm seeking to add a Litigation Associate to its expanding Litigation Practice Group. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious attorney looking to gain significant hands‑on litigation and trial experience while working on sophisticated, high-profile product liability and complex litigation matters.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule and may be based in either Los Angeles or San Diego, California.

About the Role

Attorneys in this practice represent manufacturers and corporate clients nationwide in complex litigation matters, including single‑plaintiff claims and mass tort litigation. The team serves as national coordinating counsel in state and federal courts across a broad range of industries, including:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Automotive
• Other product liability matters

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support complex litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle.
• Draft, argue, and respond to discovery motions and other substantive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Manage document review, production, and case files.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy memoranda.
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, experts, and litigation support teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional legal service.
• Take ownership of cases and contribute to a growing practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California Bar.
• 0-5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in complex litigation and/or product liability matters preferred.
• Experience gained at a mid‑sized or large law firm is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to contribute to a growing office.
• Strong academic credentials required.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid time off