Product Liability Litigation Associate

CMBG3 Law LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

CMBG³ Law in the United States seeks an Associate Attorney to support its product liability and complex litigation practice from day one, handling pleadings, discovery, depositions, and strategy under senior mentorship.

You will develop skills across litigation phases while embracing mentorship and the firm’s values of diligence, collaboration, and client service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and California bar admission.
• 0–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in product liability or complex civil litigation.
• Experience in a billable-hour law firm environment preferred.
• Strong client-service orientation and clear, professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents in product liability or complex litigation matters.
• Prepare, analyze, and respond to written discovery and manage discovery exchanged with multiple parties.
• Develop case strategies, defenses, and trial themes with increasing autonomy, supported by mentorship and collaboration.
• Research and analyze state and federal case law, statutes, and regulatory frameworks applicable to complex litigation matters.
• Interview, prepare, and work with fact witnesses, expert witnesses, and corporate representatives for testimony in litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions of lay witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives.
• Argue motions and participate in court appearances under appropriate supervision.
• Draft pretrial reports and assist with case evaluations, exposure analysis, and risk assessments.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, status conferences, and hearings.
• Contribute to creative problem-solving and strategic planning for case resolution.
• Assist with settlement negotiations with plaintiffs and opposing counsel.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional, responsive, and inclusive oral and written communication.
• Collaborate with and help supervise paralegals and litigation support staff.
• Support Shareholders, Partners, and Senior Counsel on complex litigation matters.
• Meet annual billable hour expectations and comply with firm timekeeping policies.
• Participate in business development, networking, and client-facing opportunities consistent with interest and experience.
• Engage in bar associations, professional organizations, and community involvement that support inclusion and professional growth.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace and contribute positively to firm culture.
• Additional responsibilities as requested by Management.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client relations

Deadline management

Collaboration

Document management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

FileVine

Microsoft Office

Job description

CMBG³ Law in the United States seeks an Associate Attorney to support its product liability and complex litigation practice from day one, handling pleadings, discovery, depositions, and strategy under senior mentorship.

You will develop skills across litigation phases while embracing mentorship and the firm’s values of diligence, collaboration, and client service in a fast-paced environment.