Post-Bar Clerk/Associate

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC, a respected AV-rated litigation firm, seeks Full-Time Law Post-Bar Clerks for Fall 2026 in San Diego or El Segundo. The role involves research projects, writing assignments, data analysis, and deposition or trial support across practice areas.

The position offers onsite work with growth into an Associate role after passing the Bar, with competitive compensation and benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of ABA-accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree.
• Completion of the July 2026 California Bar Exam, pending results.
• Strong knowledge of legal concepts and procedures.
• Excellent research, writing, detail-orientation, and organizational skills are required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents and conducting research.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.
• Attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and/or trials.
• Organize and analyze documents and evidence.

Skills

Research

Writing

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Job Title: Post-Bar Clerk / Associate

Location: San Diego, CA 92130 or El Segundo, CA 90245

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC is an AV-rated, full-service trial and litigation firm seeking Full-Time Law Post-Bar Law Clerks for Fall 2026 to handle research projects, writing assignments, data analysis, deposition summaries, medical chronologies, attend depositions, mediations, or motion hearings and/or trials in a variety of practice areas.

We offer fantastic opportunities to develop your legal skills in a great atmosphere. If you are motivated to deliver quality results, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working with great people, we want to hear from you. This role is offered onsite in either our San Diego or El Segundo offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation, including drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and preparing for trial.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.
• Attend depositions, mediations, hearings and/or trials.
• Organize and analyze documents and evidence.

Experience

• Successful completion of ABA-accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree
• Completion of the July 2026 California Bar Exam, pending results
• Strong knowledge of legal concepts and procedures
• Excellent research, writing, detail-orientation, and organizational skills are required.
• 3.0 Minimum GPA

Compensation & Benefits

• Post-Bar Clerk: $45.67/Hour
• Potential growth into Associate role, after passing Bar Exam; Associate salary starting at $105,000 on 12/1/2026, with raise to $110,000 on 3/1/2027

We also offer bonus opportunities, generous benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) with company match, and a great work atmosphere. If you are motivated to deliver quality results, thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with great people, we want to hear from you.