Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation Defense

Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to $160,000 Yearly with Benefits

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent

Role Summary:

Our Los Angeles office is currently seeking a Civil Litigation Defense - Associate Attorney. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a licensed California attorney to further develop litigation expertise within a professional and collegial environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for a broad range of litigation matters and will be expected to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships while contributing meaningfully to the firm’s ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

Court appearances

Pleadings and motion practice

Discovery and depositions

Mediations and trial preparation

Direct client interaction and relationship-building

Billable Hours Requirement:

Minimum of 1,860 billable hours per year

Equivalent to approximately 155 hours/month or 465 hours/quarter

Bonus Structure:

Earn $120/hour for every billable hour beyond 1,860

Bonus payouts may be advanced throughout the year based on performance

Requirements

Active California Bar License

1 year of civil litigation experience