Public Entity Defense Civil Litigator - Associate

Direct Counsel; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Courtroom experience

Bonuses

Long-term growth

Job summary

Direct Counsel represents an established California law firm seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with at least two years of experience to join its growing practice.

The ideal candidate should have a strong litigation foundation, excellent writing skills, and an interest in developing their practice within a collaborative, well-established firm. This role offers substantive litigation work, courtroom exposure, and mentorship from Senior Associates and Partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience.
• Active California Bar membership required.
• Experience in personal injury or public entity defense preferred but not required.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines; excellent communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters involving personal injury and public entity defense.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and deposition preparation.
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing case strategies.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibits.
• Work closely with Senior Associates and Partners on case management and litigation strategy.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and internal legal teams.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Time management

Communication

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

Direct Counsel represents an established California law firm seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with at least two years of experience to join its growing practice.

The ideal candidate should have a strong litigation foundation, excellent writing skills, and an interest in developing their practice within a collaborative, well-established firm. This role offers substantive litigation work, courtroom exposure, and mentorship from Senior Associates and Partners.