Litigation Attorney (California-licensed)

Ropers Majeski PC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Unlimited PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life & disability

Pet insurance

HSAs & FSAs

401(k)

Commuter benefits

Bar dues & CLEs

Professional development

Mentoring program

Job summary

Ropers Majeski PC in Southern California seeks a California-licensed litigation attorney with at least two years of commercial and general liability experience. The role supports hybrid/remote work within the Southern California area and offers a generous bonus program along with a comprehensive benefits package.

The firm emphasizes professional development, mentoring, and opportunities for advancement, with a culture that values expertise and client-focused problem solving.

Qualifications

• JD with excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of two years' experience in general liability matters.
• Ability to handle complex litigation from inception to trial, including motion writing, pleadings, and briefs.
• Experience in both state and federal court proceedings.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and e-discovery platforms.
• Excellent writing, research, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex litigation matters from inception to trial.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and briefs; manage discovery and depositions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis; advise on professional liability coverage.
• Work in both state and federal court proceedings.

Skills

Litigation experience

State & Federal court experience

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Motions & briefs

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

E-discovery platforms

Job description

Ropers Majeski’s growing and dynamic litigation practice has an opportunity for a California-licensed Litigation Attorney with a minimum of two years of commercial and general liability litigation experience. The position offers flexibility to work remotely in the Southern California area.

Founded over 75 years ago, Ropers Majeski maintains offices internationally and throughout the United States.

Skills and Educational Requirements

• JD with excellent academic credentials
• Minimum of two years of experience working on general liability matters
• Ability to handle complex litigation matters from inception to trial, including motion writing, preparation of pleadings and briefs, managing discovery and written perpetuate depositions, analyzing professional liability coverage, and conducting legal research and analysis
• The ideal candidate will have experience in both state and federal court proceedings
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and e-discovery platforms
• Excellent writing, research, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely and professional manner
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing is required
• Base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $185,000, commensurate with experience
• Generous formula bonus program and the potential for additional discretionary bonuses
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Unlimited PTO and Generous Holiday Schedule
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Pet insurance (discounted group rate)
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Commuter benefits spending account, including pre-tax parking and transit plans
• Employee assistance plan for employees and family members
• Opportunities for advancement including mentoring and a robust professional development curriculum
• Business development training, coaching, and support
• Firm paid bar dues, CLEs, and membership to select professional organizations
• Employee referral program

Lawyers join Ropers Majeski for the same reason they decided to practice law: to solve challenging legal problems for diverse and dynamic clients. The firm has a collegial and empowering work culture which fosters an environment that encourages entrepreneurialism and personal development. Our attorneys work with industry professionals who are continually expanding their depth of expertise, building partnerships, and offering mentorships along the way.

We are dedicated to providing professional growth and development opportunities. Our mid-size firm atmosphere encourages direct interaction with senior attorneys and clients, even at the junior level, and contributes greatly to learning and growing in an exciting work environment. The firm respects and values all individual contributions and perspectives, and has cultivated a firm culture where different backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives come together and thrive.

Ropers Majeski 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, gender, 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.