Litigation Associate: General & Premises Liability (CA)

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; Concord (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Comprehensive insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP in Concord, CA seeks an associate with 1–5 years of experience in general liability and premises liability litigation. You must be licensed to practice in California.

As a go-to litigation firm for insurers and large private clients, our attorneys handle matters from rapid response investigations through trial, with emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Excellent research and writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in California
• 1–5 years of associate experience in general liability or premises liability
• Strong research and writing skills required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from investigation to trial
• Assist with discovery, depositions, case evaluation, and reporting
• Develop strategic approaches to meet client objectives

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

California bar licensed

Education

JD or equivalent

Job description

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP in Concord, CA seeks an associate with 1–5 years of experience in general liability and premises liability litigation. You must be licensed to practice in California.

As a go-to litigation firm for insurers and large private clients, our attorneys handle matters from rapid response investigations through trial, with emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Excellent research and writing skills are essential.