General Liability Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm in Irvine is seeking an experienced General Liability Defense Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should be admitted to the State Bar of California and have 5-10 years of experience in defense of general liability matters. This role requires significant experience in conducting discovery, taking depositions, preparing motions, and assisting with trial preparation. The candidate should be capable of working independently with limited supervision.

Duties:

• Handle defense of general liability matters
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare for and attend court hearings and trials
• Assist with trial preparation and strategy
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members
• Manage case files, documents, and deadlines

Requirements:

• Admission to the State Bar of California
• 5-10 years of experience in defense of general liability matters
• Strong background in conducting discovery and taking depositions
• Experience preparing and arguing motions
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admitted to practice law in the State of California

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Drafting legal documents
• Deposition and trial preparation
• Courtroom advocacy
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Case management
• Time management and multitasking

Benefits offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Firm-paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy
• 401k
• Mentorship opportunities
• Firm-sponsored educational programs
• Social firm lunches and eventsTop of Form

This full-service law firm consistently strives to provide high-quality, value-conscious legal representation to a wide range of clients. The highly experienced attorneys advise and counsel in complex business and litigation matters, handling litigation in state and federal courts, and briefing and arguing appeals in courts, including the California Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. With offices in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle, this firm has handled and tried matters in several states and internationally, including serving as national trial counsel. The lawyers and staff are committed to providing clients with highly professional and efficient service and personalized attention, making the litigation and involvement in transactional matters as smooth as possible. The firm believes that hiring diverse talent is the only way to create an exceptional team best suited for clients' needs. The firm creates a work environment that brings out the best from employees. It is a family-friendly firm with competitive compensation, several health insurance options, bonuses, a voluntary 401(k) plan, mentorship and training, issue-focused seminars, and other formal training programs to promote learning and professional growth.