Associate Attorney - Trial Arbitration

Job Overview

The Associate Attorney is responsible for discovery, law & motion, with an emphasis on California employment law, both individual claims and cases involving class action and representative group PAGA claims. This attorney will work closely with senior trial and arbitration counsel managing a portfolio of litigation, providing high‐quality legal counsel, advocacy, and client service. This role initially involves discovery, and related law & motion work for motions to compel, summary judgment and adjudication motions, pre-trial and pre-arbitration documents, trial briefs and related drafting substantive legal documents, conducting research, appearing in court and administrative hearings, and collaborating with support staff to advance clients’ interests effectively.

Duties

Discovery and Law & Motion:

• Draft and respond to all forms of civil discovery;
• Law & Motion and related research for motions and oppositions for discovery motions to compel, motions for summary judgment and summary adjudication, pre-trial and pre-arbitration documents and briefs, and post-trial motions.
• Demonstrated experience with use of AI legal research and analysis of motions, oppositions and pleadings.

Legal Research & Analysis – AI :

• Perform legal research using Lexis+ AI, Westlaw and other sources ; synthesize case law, statutes, regulations, agency and department authorities, and experience or ability to understand and use AI in various forms of litigation.

Case Management & Advocacy:

• Appear in court, depositions, and mediations.
• Develop case strategy and maintain regular client communication.
• Be able to work towards and handle a case load of 30+ cases under the guidance of a managing attorney

Document Drafting & Filing:

• Draft reports and stipulations; engage in motion practice; and prepare briefs, including mediation briefs.
• Review, edit, and finalize correspondence.

Team Collaboration & Supervision:

• Coordinate with paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff to ensure accurate file management and deadline compliance.
• Mentor clerks or joiner attorneys and provide feedback on drafting, courtroom technique, and client interaction.
• Familiarity with any combination of FileVine, Clio, MS Teams, RingCentral, Dropbox, Google, Lexis or Westlaw, Adobe or Foxit PDF software a plus.

Administrative Duties:

• Participate in firm‐wide initiatives, committee work, and other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF software, and legal research platforms.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90024