Senior Associate Attorney

Full-Time Senior Associate Attorney Opportunity at Astuno & Associates, APC

Position: Full-Time Senior Associate Attorney
Location: La Jolla, CA
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: 2-4 weeks

Pay Range: $140,000-180,000/year

Astuno & Associates, APC, is a growing, multijurisdictional civil litigation law firm seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Associate Attorney to join our La Jolla, California office. The ideal candidate is a proactive, collaborative attorney who takes ownership of their matters and approaches each case with sound judgment and initiative. The role requires strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills, as well as the ability to effectively negotiate and advocate for clients. The attorney will manage cases through all stages of litigation, appear in court and other legal proceedings as needed, provide practical legal guidance, and supervise and support junior attorneys and legal support staff to ensure matters are handled efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload across multiple practice areas such as, but not limited to, real estate law, family law, business/corporate law, estate planning, employment law, and general litigation
• Conduct thorough legal research using tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and ensure adherence to procedural laws
• Draft and review legal documents including contracts, motions, pleadings, discovery requests, deposition summaries, and trial briefs with precision and clarity
• Prepare for court depositions and trial proceedings by developing case strategies, organizing evidence, and coordinating witness testimony
• Negotiate settlements and legal terms effectively on behalf of clients while maintaining professional integrity and advocacy standards
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and communicate complex legal concepts clearly and confidently
• Manage junior staff members and contribute to the development of the firm’s legal practices by sharing expertise in areas such as litigation procedures and case management

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school;
• Admitted to the CA State Bar is required
• Extensive experience in litigation including trial preparation, court depositions, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy
• Proven expertise in diverse legal fields such as real estate law, family law, landlord/tenant law, business/corporate law, estate planning and trust, and general & commercial litigation
• Strong research skills utilizing LexisNexis and Westlaw platforms for statutory legal research and case analysis
• Excellent legal writing skills demonstrated through drafting pleadings, contracts, motions, and other legal documents
• Exceptional negotiation abilities combined with strategic thinking to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
• Familiarity with procedural laws governing civil litigation processes at both state and federal levels
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced law office environment with effective case management skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues while maintaining professionalism under pressure

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time

Requirements

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Able to commute to La Jolla, CA 92037

Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample (preferably from a prior legal internship/externship/job, not an academic writing sample)

To learn more about the company, visit us at www.astuno.com

No third-party recruiters, headhunters, or staffing agencies, please. Unsolicited resumes submitted will become the property of the company.

Astuno & Associates, APC was founded with a simple goal: to combine the large-firm quality with small-firm efficiency and personalized service. In every matter, we work closely with clients to provide solutions tailored to their specific needs and interests. Our clients know they can trust us to be right where they need us.

Our firm offers experience across the board in most civil fields, to ensure we can offer you a one-stop shop to meet your personal or business needs. We also provide an array of non-litigation services to entrepreneurs and emerging businesses, serving in a “general counsel” role from formation through the start-up phase and after.