Associate Attorney

Hogue & Belong

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$180,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Litigation, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Writing Skills
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
Today

OverviewExperience: 0–3 yearsCompensation: $120,000–$180,000 base salary (DOE) + graduated equity participationAbout the FirmWe are a high-level plaintiffs' litigation firm that represents individuals and classes in sexual harassment , FEHA , employment , and high-stakes class action litigation . Our practice is trial-focused, results-driven, and built on taking on difficult cases against well-funded sophisticated defendants. We do not run a volume practice. We litigate aggressively, strategically, and with the expectation that our cases may go to trial.This is not a lifestyle firm. It is a firm where talented lawyers develop quickly, gain real responsibility early, and are rewarded for their contributions.The PositionWe are seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney (0–3 years experience) to join our litigation team. This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and long-term growth in plaintiffs' litigation.The workload ebbs and flows. There will be periods that demand significant time and focus – especially during heavy motions and as cases approach trial – and other periods that are more balanced. We are upfront about this because excellence in high-stakes litigation requires commitment.ResponsibilitiesDepending on experience, responsibilities will include:Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery in FEHA, sexual harassment, and class action mattersTaking and defending depositions (with mentorship and increasing independence)Participating in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparationClient communication and case strategy developmentLegal research and briefing on complex and novel issuesWorking closely with partners on case development and trial strategyAssociates are not siloed. You will see the full lifecycle of cases.What We're Looking For0–3 years of litigation experience (plaintiffs' experience preferred but not required)Strong legal writing and analytical skillsSelf-starter with excellent judgment and attention to detailDedicated, hard-working, and not afraid of the time commitment that serious litigation sometimes requiresComfortable taking ownership of work and learning quicklyStrong interpersonal skills and professionalism with clients and opposing counselWe value grit, accountability, and intellectual honesty over pedigree alone.Compensation & GrowthBase Salary: $120,000–$180,000 (depending on experience)Graduated equity participation tied to cases and performanceClear pathway for increased responsibility, compensation growth, and long-term advancementOpportunity to build a career in elite plaintiffs' litigation, including trial experienceWhy This RoleReal responsibility early in your careerExposure to high-impact cases that matterMentorship from experienced trial lawyersA firm culture that rewards performance, loyalty, and resultsHow to ApplyPlease submit:ResumeWriting sample (motion or brief preferred)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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