Premises Liability Mid-Level to Senior Associate - Hybrid

Emerald Advantage Concepts LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Advantage Concepts LLC in Los Angeles seeks a Premises Liability Associate with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to defend a diverse docket and work with senior attorneys. You will take and defend depositions, handle discovery, and manage cases from evaluation through resolution, with opportunities for court appearances and client exposure.

The role emphasizes independent caseload management and growth within a firm that supports professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation defense experience.
• Significant deposition experience (20+ depositions).
• Experience with written discovery and billable hours (1,920/year).
• Active California State Bar membership.
• Ability to handle a full caseload independently from start to resolution.

Responsibilities

• Taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, and site inspections.
• Drafting and responding to written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions).
• Managing cases end-to-end from evaluation to filing strategy and reporting to carriers and clients.
• Proactively communicating with clients and writing status reports.
• Evaluating litigation strategies to achieve client objectives.

Skills

Civil litigation defense

Deposition experience

Written discovery

Case management

Client communication

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for a Premises Liability Associate with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to join a growing defense team handling diverse cases ranging from big box store slip-and-falls to corporate premises claims. You'll work closely with lead attorneys across all phases of litigation and have real client exposure, deposition opportunities, and a path to trial experience at a firm that genuinely invests in your growth.

About This Role

We are looking for a Premises Liability Associate with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to join a growing defense team handling diverse cases ranging from big box store slip-and-falls to corporate premises claims. You'll work closely with lead attorneys across all phases of litigation and have real client exposure, deposition opportunities, and a path to trial experience at a firm that genuinely invests in your growth.

What will you be doing?

• Taking and defending depositions, attending court hearings, and participating in site inspections
• Drafting and responding to written discovery including interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admissions
• Handling cases end-to-end: initial case evaluation, filing strategy (demurrers/answers), plaintiff depositions, and reporting to carriers and clients
• Proactively managing client communications, writing status reports, and preparing case evaluations
• Evaluating, analyzing, and executing litigation strategies with the goal of achieving client objectives

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of civil litigation defense experience with demonstrated premises liability work
• Significant deposition experience (taking and defending) — ideally 20+ depositions
• Experience with written discovery, law and motion practice, and billable hour requirements (:1,920/year)
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing
• Ability to handle a full caseload independently — from initial complaint through case evaluation and resolution

Role responsibilities Attending court hearings, participating in site inspections, taking and defending depositions. Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions. Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies. Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation

Exclusive Representation for This Opportunity

To protect your candidacy and ensure proper representation, applicants agree to work exclusively with Emerald Advantage Concepts for this specific position once they have authorized us to submit their resume. Duplicate submissions through another agency or direct application may result in the employer declining consideration. If you have already applied or been contacted regarding this position, please let us know before moving forward.