Job Overview:
Small firm vibe with big firm reputation. Welcoming, technologically advanced civil litigation firm with excellent trial and motion results seeks eager Associate Attorney(s) with 0 to 7 + years of experience and also has position(s) for experienced trial lawyer(s) to join our civil litigation and coverage teams. The firm also has a position for law and motion attorney. Experience in property coverage, BI and bad faith defense is ideal, but not required. Remote, hybrid, contract and "of counsel" arrangements available.
The firm is based in San Diego but practices and represents clients throughout California. The ideal candidate(s) are persons who excel in an intellectually challenging environment, are self-motived, possess the ability to effectively execute on projects, have excellent writing and analytical skills and who care about delivering quality work product. The right candidate(s) possess excellent communication skills, a personable can do attitude, curiosity and genuine enthusiasm to grow into an excellent lawyer and contribute to the overall success of the firm. Our trial and motion results have a big firm reputation. We have successfully tried cases throughout California and offer opportunities to gain early trial experience.
We foster a collegial team environment, work hard and have fun together while promoting professional and client development opportunities. Unlike larger mill firms, we invest in and mentor our attorneys to become formidable and respected litigators and offer opportunities for partnership while providing flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Manage your own caseload under the supervision of either a senior attorney or partner
- Research and draft legal briefs, discovery and coverage opinions
- Attend court hearings, argue motions, take and defend depositions, trial preparation and second chair or conduct trials depending on experience.
- Client interaction and development opportunities
Qualifications/Requirements:
- J.D. from an ABA accredited Law School
- Active CA Bar License in Good Standing
- Valid Driver's license
- Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint
- Good attitude with professional appearance and demeanor
Job Type:
- Full-time, Contract, "Of Counsel" In-Office, Hybrid or Fully Remote Position(s)
- Flexibility
- Pay: starting salary is competitive and depends on experience and ranges from $100,000-$160,000 per year.
Employee benefits include:
- 401(k) with 3% matching upon eligibility, even without contribution from the employee, discretionary additional profit sharing with vesting.
- Discretionary bonus(es)
- Dental, Health, Vision, Life, Long Term Group Disability (firm pays for employees benefits with option for you to purchase for qualifying members.
- Flex vacation
- Bar fees and MCLE
- Firm outing opportunities and other perks
- Professional and client development opportunities
- Access to AI software to assist with efficiency
- In firm training opportunities to develop your skills
Work Location: Flexible, remote, hybrid or in office in San Diego, CA.
Come join our team that actually works together. We're all about learning, growing, and leveling up while keeping things fun and supportive.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Work Location: In person