Associate Attorney - California

Pay: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters for builders, developers, and businesses
• Gain exposure to complex civil cases that sharpen litigation strategy and courtroom skills
• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while staying connected to a collaborative office team
• Competitive compensation with bonus potential tied to performance
• Long-term growth opportunity within a respected, results-driven litigation practice

Location

Hybrid role based in either Roseville, CA or Irvine, CA, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Note

This role requires a California-licensed attorney with at least 3 years of civil litigation experience and demonstrated exposure to construction defect, real estate disputes, or business litigation.

About Us

We are a business-focused litigation firm representing builders, developers, and companies in complex civil disputes from early risk assessment through resolution. Our attorneys are trusted advisors known for practical judgment, strong advocacy, and consistently delivering results. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage complex civil litigation matters including construction defect, real estate, and business disputes
• Represent builders, developers, and business clients throughout all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; conduct depositions and court appearances
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop litigation strategy and case positioning
• Provide clear, business-minded legal guidance aligned with client objectives

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience in construction defect litigation, real estate disputes, or business litigation
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Background from law firm, in-house, or solo practice environments welcome

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a team that values trust, autonomy, and high-quality work. Attorneys are given real responsibility, supported by experienced litigators, and encouraged to grow professionally while maintaining balance through a flexible hybrid structure.

JPC-1412

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

REQUIREMENTS: must-have: CA bar license, 3+ yrs of civil litigation exp. Must have experience in one of the following: construction defect, real estate disputes, or business litigation.

• required years as associate: 5-10
• relocation: not offered
• packages: none
• salary bands (attorney role):
  • 3–4 years: $130k–$145k
  • 5–6 years: $145k–$165k
  • 7–8 years: $165k–$180k
  • 9+ years: $180k–$185k

SUBMISSION EMAIL: Jessica -

jguzman@phlklaw.com

QUICK RECRUITER REFERENCE:

• business litigation firm with multi-state footprint
• role handles complex civil litigation including construction defect, real estate, and business disputes
• hybrid role tied to roseville ca or irvine ca office

RECRUITERS SUBMISSION:

• to submit, cancel – ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – CALIFORNIA -Plante Huguenin Lebovic Kahn LLP – JPC -1412 – source

NEW JOB ORDER ALERT:

• client job title: ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – CALIFORNIA
• location: Roseville, CA and Irvine, CA
• on-site, hybrid, remote: hybrid
• experience: 3
• good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: associate attorney, civil litigation attorney, construction defect attorney, real estate litigation attorney, business litigation attorney
• # of hires needed: 1