Litigation Associate Attorney – Appellate (Hybrid)

KAHANA & FELD LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Partnership track

Job summary

Kahana Feld LLP in California is seeking skilled civil litigation attorneys with at least three years of experience to join our nationally acclaimed appellate team. The role offers mentorship, training, and a collaborative culture.

We value attorneys who can monitor trials, handle complex matters, and contribute to a respectful workplace. California bar admission is required, with competitive base compensation and discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience (insurance defense preferred).
• Appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to monitor trials and maintain high professional standards.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Join Kahana Feld's nationally acclaimed appellate team in California offices.
• Develop your career with dedicated training and mentorship.
• Contribute to an inclusive culture with a focus on respect for all team members.
• Work on challenging civil litigation matters with experienced colleagues.

Skills

Civil litigation

Appellate experience

Trial monitoring

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Description

Build your career in litigation with Kahana Feld, a National Law Journal 500 firm, where legal professionals can have fulfilling careers. We have immediate openings for skilled civil litigation attorneys, with at least three years of experience, to join our nationally acclaimed appellate team in any of our California offices.

We are seeking attorneys that are looking for an opportunity to:

• Work with great attorneys at a firm that prides itself on having a great culture.
• Benefit from our dedicated training and development team to enhance your legal skills and receive mentoring.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment fundamentally built on respect for all team members and where mentorship and a positive culture are a priority.
• Develop your career and make a difference in the world.

KF was recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace and awarded the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California. Here are a few of the many things that make KF a great firm:

• Excellent benefits (including recently added Paid Parental Leave).
• Flexible PTO.
• Leadership positions are open to all attorneys in every office.
• Realistic partnership and equity partnership track. All KF attorneys are eligible for partnership, both equity and non-equity. Promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not on business development.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience, insurance defense experience preferred.
• Appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to monitor trials.
• Excellent references and a record of job stability.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

KF offers competitive base compensation from $150,000 - $200,000 plus discretionary and hours based bonuses.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.