Litigation Associate (Los Angeles)

Job Overview
Litigation Associate
Remote/Hybrid | California

At Burke, Williams & Sorensen, we don’t just hire for open roles—we hire for impact. If you’re exceptional at what you do and align with our core values—integrity, excellence, collaboration, and professional growth—we want to know you.

ROLE:

The Litigation Associate is a high-potential attorney with a demonstrated commitment to public law and civil litigation. In this role, you will take meaningful ownership of cases while working closely with partners and senior attorneys representing public agencies throughout California.

This is an opportunity for attorneys who want substantive responsibility, direct client interaction, and a long-term home where they can deepen their public law expertise. You will be trusted to manage core aspects of litigation, exercise sound judgment, and contribute strategically—while continuing to grow under the mentorship of experienced practitioners.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Public Law Litigation & Case Management

• Support and lead litigation matters involving public agencies, from case assessment through resolution
• Handle discovery, motion practice, mediations, and trial preparation with increasing independence
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and legal memoranda on complex public law issues

Research, Writing & Analysis

• Conduct advanced legal research on statutory, regulatory, and constitutional issues
• Prepare clear, persuasive written work product for courts, clients, and internal teams

Client & Trial Engagement

• Participate in client meetings, witness preparation, depositions, mediations, and trial proceedings
• Communicate professionally and effectively with public agency clients and opposing counsel

Collaboration & Professional Judgment

• Work closely with partners and litigation teams in a collegial, fast-paced environment
• Exercise discretion, reliability, and ownership in managing deadlines and case strategy

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience & Education

• 1-3 years of litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on public law
• Prior experience at a city attorney’s office, public law firm, or law firm handling public agency matters
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Minimum 3.0 GPA for candidates with fewer than 5 years of experience

Licensure & Skills

• Active and good-standing membership with the California State Bar
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrated, genuine interest in public law work
• Commitment to long-term professional development

RESULTS:

• High-quality legal work product delivered consistently and on time
• Matters progress efficiently with strong procedural compliance and strategic execution
• Public agency clients receive thoughtful, effective representation
• Attorneys develop deeper subject-matter expertise and litigation confidence
• Firm culture remains collaborative, stable, and mentorship-driven

WORK ARRANGEMENT:

• 90-95% remote or hybrid
• Reasonable billable hours requirement

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• $140,000 – $190,000 base salary, based on experience
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Annual discretionary and billable-hours bonuses
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with partial employer match

LOCATION REQUIREMENT:

• Must be located in California or willing to relocate

ABOUT BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN:

Burke, Williams & Sorensen is a full-service law firm with deep expertise in public law and civil litigation. We represent public agencies and private entities across California and are committed to integrity, diversity, mentorship, and long-term career growth. Our attorneys are trusted early, supported consistently, and encouraged to build lasting careers at the firm.

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Please submit:

• Resume
• Law school transcript
• Writing sample
• Salary expectations

Pay: $140,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90071