Litigation Associate Attorney

Tressler LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) and Company Match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Tressler LLP in Los Angeles, California seeks a Litigation Attorney to join its dynamic litigation practice. The role involves defending clients in complex civil litigation, managing case evaluations, and collaborating with a team to develop case strategies.

Candidates should have 3+ years of civil litigation experience, an active California bar admission, and strong advocacy skills. The position offers opportunities for meaningful client interaction and a clear path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience in state or federal court.
• Active California bar admission required in good standing.
• Experience with trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, and appellate briefs.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including case evaluation and trial preparation.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Deposition

Case management

Client communication

Education

California bar admission

Job description

Role Description

We are seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our Los Angeles, California office. Our dynamic Litigation Practice Groups is known for their comprehensive approach to managing a wide range of complex defense litigation involving personal injury, wrongful death, premises, products liability and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation matters involving personal injury, property damage, construction, transportation, and product liability claims in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, mediations, and binding arbitration proceedings both remotely and in person.
• Communicate directly with clients, claim adjusters, experts, and witnesses to provide case updates and strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective case strategies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience in either state or federal court.
• Active California bar admission required in good standing.
• Experience with trial preparation.
• Enjoy working collaboratively in a team setting with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Strong oral advocacy, deposition, case management, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and litigation teams.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Early case ownership with meaningful client interaction and substantive litigation responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work on high-exposure defense litigation matters.
• Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and accessible leadership.
• Significant hands-on experience in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitration proceedings.
• Clear path for long-term professional growth and advancement within the firm.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) and Company MatchPaid parental leave