Job DescriptionAssociate Attorney - TalentZökOVERVIEWImmediate opening for an Associate Attorney in San Bernardino, CA who possesses:3 to 8 years of civil litigation experience in an employment law backgroundJD from an accredited law school3-8 years of trial experienceFULL DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking an Associate Attorney to support civil litigation matters with a focus on employment law. This hybrid role is responsible for managing cases, preparing court filings and pleadings, analyzing legal issues and defenses, handling discovery, assessing damages claims, and working collaboratively with attorneys and legal staff at all levels. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, trial experience, excellent writing skills, and the ability to provide guidance and support within a team environment.RESPONSIBILITIESManaging civil litigation cases with a focus on employment law mattersPreparing motions, oppositions, replies, and other court pleadingsAnalyzing legal issues, exposure, risks, and defensesPreparing and responding to written discoveryAssessing damages claimsConducting legal research and drafting related memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence as neededSupporting trial preparation and litigation strategyNegotiating effectively on behalf of clientsWorking as part of a legal team with attorneys and staff at all levels of experienceProviding leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys as neededMaintaining strong communication with clients, team members, opposing counsel, and court personnelUpholding ethical standards and professional responsibilities in all legal practicesQUALIFICATIONSJuris Doctor degree from an accredited law school (required)Admission to the state bar association and good standing (required)3 to 8 years of civil litigation experience (required)Employment law background (required)3+ years of trial experience (required)Proven ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of clientsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detailAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environmentStrong legal research, drafting, analytical, and problem‑solving skillsAbility to manage deadlines, case priorities, and competing responsibilitiesCommitment to upholding ethical standards in all legal practicesAbility to work in a hybrid role supporting matters in San Bernardino, CAPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to sit and work at a computer for extended periods while reviewing case materials, drafting documents, and managing correspondenceAbility to communicate by phone, email, video meeting, and in person throughout the workdayAbility to review legal documents, pleadings, discovery, court filings, and computer screens for extended periodsAbility to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout an office or courtroom setting as neededAbility to occasionally lift, carry, or move standard office files, legal documents, and related materialsSALARY RANGE$140,000 to $190,000/yearCompany DescriptionTalentZok was founded in 2008 and has been repeatedly recognized as one of San Diego County's fastest growing businesses. In 2025, we were named Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work'. Even as our competitors are scaling back and laying off staff, Simply Biotech is expanding to new markets and hiring additional staff in existing offices.#J-18808-Ljbffr