Hybrid

A successful boutique law firm based in Woodland Hills, CA is looking to hire an exceptional Litigation Associate Attorney! This opening provides an opportunity to join a dedicated team that values work-life balance and collaboration. The key responsibilities are handling premises liability and insurance defense cases, including legal drafting, e-filing, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation. This role offers an attractive hybrid schedule with just 1-2 days of in-office work per week, along with excellent benefits! If you’re a sharp, strategic thinker with strong multi-tasking skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with some of the most highly respected professionals in the industry!

Salary Range: $140,000 – $180,000 / year DOE

Litigation Associate Attorney Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of 20-50 files, ensuring a balance of straightforward and complex cases
• Represent clients in premises liability, insurance defense, and litigation matters, including trip/slip-and-fall incidents, third-party assaults, and other disputes
• Engage in all phases of litigation, including case strategy development, depositions, mediations, trial preparation, and courtroom representation
• Work collaboratively within a structured team model that includes attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
• Build direct relationships with high-profile clients, including self-insured companies and policyholders
• Leverage opportunities to work on a variety of legal matters beyond core responsibilities, such as transportation, logistics, and business litigation

Litigation Associate Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, specifically in premises liability and insurance defense
• Employment law preferred
• A strong willingness to take cases to trial; trial experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities to manage a substantial caseload efficiently
• High emotional intelligence, coupled with superior verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in legal document management systems, timekeeping tools, and MS Office applications, particularly Word
• A strategic thinker with a focus on ethical practice, professionalism, and achieving favorable outcomes for clients

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with options for dependents
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) tied to billable hour expectations and paid holidays
• Quarterly performance and discretionary year-end bonuses
• Origination bonuses for new case contributions based on complexity
• Flexible hybrid work schedule with in-office collaboration 1-2 days per week
• Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to diverse practice areas

Apply now!

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