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Verified Pay $150000 - $180000 per year
Hours Full-time
Location Los Angeles, California

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Job Description

Job Description
Direct Counsel has partnered with a prestigious law firm that specializes in subrogation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience handling a range of civil litigation matters from inception through trial, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator to gain hands-on experience and grow within a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters independently and in collaboration with senior attorneys

  • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda

  • Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions

  • Develop case strategies and provide sound legal advice to clients

  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses

  • Participate in settlement negotiations and prepare trial materials

  • Ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and internal procedures

  • Maintain accurate and organized case files and billing records

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

  • Active bar membership in California

  • 4+ years of civil litigation experience required

  • Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

  • Commitment to professionalism, ethics, and client service

Preferred Experience:

  • Familiarity with Subrogation

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary ($150k-180k) and very generous bonus structures

  • Health, dental, and vision, disability insurance, long term care

  • 401(k)

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Collegial environment with opportunities for practice growth and promotion

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Posting ID: 1130267977 Posted: 2025-08-20 Job Title: Associate Civil Litigation