Litigation Associate Attorney Environmental & General Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its legal team in Burbank, California. This role focuses on defense litigation across a wide range of practice areas, with an emphasis on environmental law and general civil litigation. The firm is looking for a candidate with 1 to 5 years of hands-on litigation experience who is ready to take ownership of cases, collaborate with partners, and guide junior associates.

This is an in-office position, so candidates should either reside nearby or be able to commute to Burbank daily. The firm offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to work on high-profile cases and gain exposure to complex environmental and regulatory matters.

Duties

• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the discovery process, including drafting discovery requests, reviewing responses, and conducting and defending depositions.
• Prepare a variety of legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and case summaries.
• Perform legal research on complex issues related to environmental law, toxic torts, and regulatory compliance.
• Appear in court for hearings, motion arguments, and other proceedings.
• Work closely with senior partners to develop litigation strategies and ensure cases progress efficiently.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior associates and legal support staff.
• Maintain consistent and clear communication with clients, keeping them informed on case status and developments.
• Review and analyze technical documents, including environmental reports and scientific data, to support case development.

Requirements

• 1 to 5 years of experience handling civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• Strong legal writing skills, including the ability to draft persuasive motions and well-organized pleadings.
• Confident oral advocacy abilities for court appearances and client presentations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple cases simultaneously.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and litigation management tools.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to review complex documents, including technical and scientific reports.

Education

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

Certifications

• An active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also managing cases independently.
• Analytical mindset capable of interpreting scientific data and environmental reports.
• Strong research and investigative skills.
• Ability to mentor and manage junior team members.
• Interest in environmental law, regulatory matters, and emerging environmental compliance trends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with environmental litigation, including cases related to CERCLA or other environmental statutes.
• Prior exposure to toxic tort litigation or class action defense.
• Background in geology, hydrogeology, or environmental science.
• Familiarity with regulatory proceedings involving environmental agencies.
• Previous experience managing or supervising junior attorneys or paralegals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on complex environmental cases involving cutting-edge legal and scientific issues.
• Collaborative office culture with regular interaction between partners, associates, and support staff.

This law firm was founded over three decades ago to represent some of the largest businesses in the nation. Their areas of practice include environmental law, business and commercial disputes, intellectual property, real estate, entertainment, employment practices, commercial litigation, and more. The firm is located in Burbank, CA and Las Vegas, NV.