Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title: Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A highly regarded law firm based in San Diego, CA, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join their Transportation and Commercial Litigation Practice Groups. This position offers an opportunity to provide legal counsel and manage litigation in areas including transportation, personal injury, product liability, commercial disputes, and more. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in civil litigation and be prepared to manage cases independently while also working collaboratively with a team.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel and develop litigation strategies for transportation and commercial litigation cases
• Handle case management from start to finish, including discovery, pleadings, motions, depositions, mediations, and trial
• Draft and respond to legal correspondence
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and participate in settlement discussions
• Prepare and argue motions, including summary judgment motions
• Report case progress and developments to clients clearly and effectively

Requirements

• Active membership and good standing with the California Bar
• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in transportation, commercial litigation, product liability, or general liability
• Demonstrated experience in taking and defending depositions
• Experience in drafting, filing, and arguing motions, including summary judgments
• Strong analytical, negotiation, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admitted to the California Bar and in good standing

Skills

• Strong litigation and case management skills
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft comprehensive legal documents
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Proficiency in trial preparation and litigation
• Ability to handle multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently when needed

Job Location

• San Diego, CA)

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Employee assistance and discount programs
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Referral program for new hires

If you want to work in a wonderful, old-line San Diego firm that has culture completely unique to itself, this is the place for you. This firm is one of the oldest and most respected law firms in San Diego, known in the community for its expertise, its integrity, and its service. The Firm's lawyers - inspired by its principal founder, who served as the President of the San Diego County Bar, President of the Board of Governors of the California State Bar, and Chairman of the University of California Board of Regents - are encouraged to participate in pro bono and extra-legal community activities. Following his lead, three others of the Firm's lawyers have also served as Presidents of the County Bar Association. Over the course of the Firm's long and proud history, many things have changed, while many other things have remained constant. For instance, the Firm, with new offices overlooking magnificent San Diego harbor, is constantly evolving and expanding its practice areas to better serve the times and its changing clientele. In that spirit, the Firm has grown from three attorneys to more than 60 attorneys, partly through a home-grown program that recruits, trains, and retains some of the brightest young lawyers in the community. Throughout those changes, however, the Firm has retained a deep-seated philosophy, instilled and ingrained by its founding members, based on integrity, service, and community participation. This is a place where people truly love to work!