Defense Litigation Associate
Roth Staffing Companies

Associate Attorney - Complex Litigation
Location: Multiple California Offices (Irvine, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Walnut Creek)

Hybrid: 2 in 3 out

A well-established litigation law firm with a national presence seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its California practice group. The firm specializes in complex civil matters, including toxic torts, product liability, government, general liability, and commercial litigation. With a collaborative approach, the firm integrates efforts with clients to deliver optimal results efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a litigation caseload, including local and national accounts throughout California.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests; draft and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and handle e-filing processes.
• Support trial preparation and execution.
• Maintain accurate and organized time records.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active admission to the California State Bar.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in complex litigation, toxic tort liability, or environmental liability.
• Proven experience with motion practice, depositions, and taking the lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Organized, efficient, and capable of managing multiple tasks independently.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $190,000+ (commensurate with experience).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow within a supportive and collaborative team environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career, apply today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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