Litigation Associate Attorney​/Civil Litigation Attorney

Orange County, CA | Full-Time | Hybrid / Flexible

We’re a growing Orange County civil litigation law firm seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney / Civil Litigation Attorney with 0–10+ years of experience. This is an opportunity for attorneys who want hands-on litigation experience, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to grow quickly in a collaborative, supportive firm environment.

If you’re looking to actually practice law—take depositions, argue motions, appear in court, and prepare cases for trial—this role delivers.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Hands-On Litigation from Day One

This is not a back-office role. You’ll handle depositions, motion practice, court appearances, hearings, and trial preparation, with real ownership of your cases and strong partner support.

Interesting, Complex Civil Litigation

Our practice includes general liability defense, personal injury defense, premises liability, transportation and trucking litigation, and construction defect litigation. The work is fast-paced, varied, and intellectually engaging.

Collaborative, Trial-Focused Culture

We are a team-oriented law firm where partners are accessible, strategy is collaborative, and attorneys support one another. We value strong advocacy, professionalism, and mutual respect.

Whether you’re a junior associate, mid-level associate, or senior associate, you’ll receive direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys and a clear path to increased responsibility and advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Manage an independent civil litigation caseload with partner guidance
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Appear in court for hearings, motions, and case management conferences
• Participate in trial preparation and case strategy
• Work directly with clients on litigation strategy and case development

What We’re Looking For

• 0–10+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience in general liability defense, construction defect, personal injury, or premises liability is a plus (not required)
• Strong skills in legal writing, motion practice, and oral advocacy
• Comfortable managing deadlines and taking initiative
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow as a litigation attorney
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
• Salary range: $100,000 – $200,000 DOE
• Open to fully remote attorneys for experienced candidates
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Direct mentorship and trial exposure
• A professional culture that values excellence, development, and balance

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Litigation Career?

If you’re a civil litigation attorney looking for challenging work, real courtroom experience, and a firm where your contributions matter, we’d love to connect.

Apply now to join a collaborative, trial-driven litigation team in Orange County