Associate Attorney Litigation Defense

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks a motivated Associate Attorney to join its litigation team, supporting offices in Riverside County and San Diego, with a primary location in Murrieta, CA. This firm focuses on defending a wide range of personal injury cases, including work on behalf of large corporate clients, including Fortune 50 companies.

This role is ideal for a litigation attorney with 2 to 4 years of experience who is ready to independently manage case files while receiving general oversight from senior attorneys. The position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

The firm offers a collaborative work environment, opportunities for career development, and exposure to sophisticated defense litigation matters.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of personal injury defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Perform in-depth legal research and case analysis, using tools such as LexisNexis or similar platforms.
• Draft a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and pre-trial filings.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Conduct and defend depositions of witnesses, experts, and parties.
• Investigate claims, including interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence.
• Collaborate closely with clients, claims representatives, paralegals, and other attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Maintain organized case files and thorough documentation to support seamless case management.

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of litigation experience, preferably with a focus on personal injury defense.
• Ability to handle all aspects of file management with minimal partner oversight.
• Trial preparation experience is highly preferred.
• Strong familiarity with California civil procedure.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in clear, client-friendly language.
• Detail-oriented drafting and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the State of California.

Skills:

• Legal research proficiency (LexisNexis or equivalent platforms).
• Strong writing and analytical abilities.
• Skilled at client relations and providing clear, practical advice.
• Proactive problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Dental and life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) package.
• Hybrid work flexibility (combination of remote and in-office work).

Work Location:

• Hybrid (Murrieta, CA office with remote work flexibility).

This law firm practices in areas such as Brain Injuries, Fatal Accidents, Semi Truck Accidents, Business Torts, Insurance and Bad Faith and more. The handful of attorneys at this firm work out of the multiple offices throughout California. This firm was founded more than three decades ago.