Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Shinnick & Ryan LLP, a multi-state consumer construction defect firm with offices in California, Arizona and Nevada, is seeking associate attorneys for its San Diego and Arizona offices. We offer a flexible, small firm work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and quality of life, along with an opportunity for rapid advancement. Recent experience in the area of General Civil Litigation is required, and specific experience in Construction Defect Litigation is a plus.

Position duties include :

• Lead case handling from initial case investigation through final resolution.
• Court appearances and mediations.
• Depositions and written discovery.
• Law and motion.
• Arbitration and trial preparation, and other related litigation activities.
• Optional new case generation, with additional related compensation.

Position Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in California. Arizona and Nevada is a plus.
• Minimum of one year of litigation practice.
• Ability to independently manage a large caseload and direct client relationships.
• Mediation experience is a plus.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Life and disability
• 401K plan
• Annual bonus
• Bar dues/fees
• CLE reimbursement

Annualized salary for this position is $85,000 to $125,000, depending on experience. Opportunity for profit sharing is also available based on new case generation.

Shinnick & Ryan LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination/harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.