Litigation Associate: High-Impact Trial Work & National Team

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking a 2–4 year associate to join a nationally renowned litigation team. You will engage in all stages of cases, from pre-suit investigation to trial and appeal, working with top litigators and a 300-member national team across nine offices.

Active Bar License required; strong academics and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Actively licensed and in good standing with a state bar; multiple bar licenses a plus but not mandatory.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong writing, analytical, and communications skills.
• 2–4 years of defense litigation experience; product liability or toxic tort a plus.
• Able to thrive in a high-paced environment with strict deadlines and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Trial preparation, including strategy discussion, discovery, records review, client interviews and witness preparation.
• Research, both legal and of people, businesses, and worksites.
• Drafting of briefs, memos, and client updates.
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, and/or mediations.

Skills

Bar License

Academic Excellence

Litigation Experience

Time Management

Self-Starter

Client Focus

Team Player

Job description

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking a 2–4 year associate to join a nationally renowned litigation team. You will engage in all stages of cases, from pre-suit investigation to trial and appeal, working with top litigators and a 300-member national team across nine offices.

Active Bar License required; strong academics and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.