Trial Attorney

Trustpoint.One is pleased to partner with a leading plaintiff’s mass tort litigation firm in California to add an Associate Attorney to its growing team in Newport Beach.

This Associate Attorney opportunity is ideal for a litigation attorney with 5–6 years of experience who is interested in working on complex and high-impact plaintiff-side litigation. The firm has been involved in some of the largest and most complex sexual abuse mass tort cases in the country, and offers the chance to work alongside a collaborative team of attorneys and staff committed to meaningful advocacy.

The firm is known for its supportive, growth-minded culture, with leadership that values organization, teamwork, and professional development. The Associate Attorney will join a highly regarded team that does impactful work while maintaining a collegial and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury and mass tort matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and settlement demands
• Conduct legal research and analyze liability, damages, and medical records
• Participate in depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and court appearances
• Communicate directly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Collaborate with partners, attorneys, and litigation support staff on case strategy
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines and firm procedures
• Provide mentorship and oversight to legal assistants and support staff as needed

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California Bar, in good standing
• 5–6 years of litigation experience required
• Experience in plaintiff-side personal injury litigation strongly preferred
• Mass tort litigation experience strongly preferred
• Ability to independently manage cases and meet deadlines
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Professional demeanor with excellent client communication skills
• Comfortable working on sensitive matters involving sexual abuse and related claims
• Ability to commute to Newport Beach, CA for a fully onsite role

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary $155,000 – $175,000, commensurate with experience
• Bonus potential that may significantly increase total compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan

The Associate Attorney position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful and high-profile litigation while building a long-term career within a respected and collaborative plaintiff-side practice.

All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time. Infrequent lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.

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