Litigation Attorney

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - MID-LEVEL (ATTORNEY II) Full Time | Onsite/Hybrid | Century City, Los Angeles, CA Compensation: $140,000 - $185,000 annually

ABOUT THE FIRM

Our client is California's leading consumer rights law firm specializing in Automotive Lemon Law. The firm has built a strong reputation for obtaining record settlements against major auto manufacturers while delivering exceptional client advocacy. They are known for taking on cases other firms won't touch and are driven by a commitment to financial prudence, ethical representation, and building lasting client relationships.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The firm is seeking mid-level litigation associates to join their Century City office. The ideal candidate brings 1 to 5 years of litigation experience and a genuine passion for consumer advocacy. This is a hands-on, fast-moving role for an attorney who thrives on aggressive, discovery-driven litigation and can manage competing priorities across a dynamic caseload.

Associates receive direct mentorship from partners and senior attorneys, with strong performers quickly advancing into high-stakes depositions, trial prep, and second-chair trial opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Written Discovery

• Draft written discovery, review responses and document productions, and participate in e-discovery review

Law & Motion

• Draft and argue motions related to discovery disputes, pleading challenges, oppositions to MSAs, and other consumer-side motions
• Attend oral arguments across a variety of California courtrooms

Depositions

• Prepare and defend consumer client depositions
• Depose percipient witnesses and corporate defense representatives
• Prepare expert witnesses and attend expert depositions

Vehicle Inspections

• Attend vehicle inspections alongside expert witnesses

General

• Timely billing and reporting
• Assist partners and senior attorneys as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• 1-5 years of litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney
• Genuine interest in consumer protection and public interest law
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office, Westlaw, and Outlook
• Collaborative, growth-oriented mindset
• Bilingual Spanish a plus, not required
• Willingness to travel within California for court, depositions, and inspections

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary ($140K-$185K)
• HMO/PPO Medical, PPO Dental, Vision Insurance
• STD/LTD and Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) with contributions up to 10%
• 529 Plan and Pet Insurance
• Mentorship from senior attorneys and partners
• Hybrid schedule (Mon/Fri optional WFH; Tue-Thu in office)

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