Pay: $170,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected California litigation practice with strong trial orientation and meaningful, high-level casework
- Work on sophisticated matters for public entities, insurance clients, and private sector clients
- Get real runway for growth, mentorship, and long-term development as trial counsel
- Enjoy flexibility based on performance, with office, hybrid, and remote options available
- Step into a role where you can take ownership of cases, sharpen your advocacy skills, and build toward greater responsibility
- Benefit from strong compensation potential, bonuses, profit-sharing potential, and a well-rounded benefits package
Location: Solana Beach, California, with flexible performance-based work options including office, hybrid, or remote.
Note: Must have an active California Bar license and strong litigation experience. Public entity litigation experience is preferred, and civil rights litigation experience is highly desired.
About Us
We are a California-based, trial-oriented law firm representing public and private sector clients in litigation and advisory matters. Our team is committed to excellent advocacy, practical strategy, and developing the next generation of strong trial lawyers. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution, including discovery, motion practice, deposition work, trial preparation, and trial support
- Draft, review, and argue motions, pleadings, and other key litigation filings
- Take and defend depositions and handle fact development throughout the life of a case
- Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
- Conduct legal research and develop case strategy in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys
- Handle public entity, general liability, insurance defense, and related civil litigation matters
- Help mentor and support junior attorneys as you grow within the firm
- Maintain strong case organization, time management, and responsiveness in a fast-paced practice
Qualifications
- Active California Bar license
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- 2+ years of litigation experience
- Experience handling key phases of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, and motion practice
- Strong legal writing, oral advocacy, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage cases with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Public entity litigation experience preferred
- Civil rights litigation experience highly desired
- Experience with Clio and Lexis is a plus
Why You Will Love Working Here
We believe strong lawyers do their best work in an environment that supports both professional growth and personal balance. You will be part of a collaborative, trial-focused team that values mentorship, high-quality work, and long-term career development. We offer strong benefits, real flexibility, and a culture where talented attorneys can build meaningful careers.
JPC-824
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance