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Senior Associate Attorney
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Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled, motivated, and ambitious Senior Associate with a passion for mission-driven work, to join our dynamic legal team, specializing in complex consumer class actions. The Senior Associate will be responsible for managing a caseload involving complex legal issues surrounding emerging technology, AI, data privacy and misuse, as well as other complex consumer class actions. Candidates must possess excellent writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, persuasive, and well-structured briefs, motions, and memoranda that require minimal editing, as well as the ability to independently take depositions, present oral arguments, and argue motions. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling key dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment and motions for class certification, and the ability to independently manage major phases of class action litigation. This is an opportunity to be mentored by industry thought leaders, to creatively pursue interesting cases, and to champion causes that meaningfully impact ordinary people’s lives and the world.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Evaluating new cases; preparing and reviewing case proposals
· Conducting legal research
· Developing and recommending case strategy
· Drafting motions and briefs in file-ready form
· Overseeing filing process for motions and briefs
· Preparing, finalizing, and serving stipulations, discovery letters, joint statements, and proposed orders
· Corresponding with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients as necessary
· Drafting, propounding, reviewing, and responding to discovery; managing discovery disputes
· Preparing for and taking/defending depositions
· Attending mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
· Taking argument at mediation, arbitration, and court hearings
· Attending and/or leading team and firm meetings
· Adhering to all deadlines (internal and court mandated)
· Administrative duties as they relate to the practice of law
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
· 5+ years of Litigation Experience
· CA Bar Admission Required.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
· CA bar exam if licensed in other states
Skills and Abilities
· Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills
· Proactive thinker, self-sufficient
· Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
· Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills
· Ability to handle a wide variety of legal matters
· Adherence to all deadlines
· Effective time management
· Committed to superior client service
· Familiarity with e-filing preferred
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Brand New Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney | Top-Ranked Firm | $500M+ Recovered for Clients | Onsite in Orange County | $180k Base Salary
I am currently working closely with one of the main partners at what I can truly say is a client-centric powerhouse firm that's expanding rapidly while maintaining a supportive, values-driven culture!
Highlights:
• Firm Achievements: Handled over 15,000 cases, recovered $500M+ for clients, and is recognized as a Top 10% Inc. 5000 company and Best Law Firm consecutively for 10 years. Featured in CNN, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and more for their impactful work in personal injury law.
• Empowerment and Support: Attorneys take ownership of cases with guidance available, supported by a fully paperless system for efficiency. Access to professional development, CLE opportunities, and mentorship programs.
• Culture and Growth: values-driven firm emphasizing radical authenticity, relentless pursuit of results, growth mindset, ownership, respect, and unwavering integrity. Enjoy team connection through biannual interactive retreats and regular firm events.
• Client-Centric Mission: As a plaintiffs-only firm, they are 100% dedicated to representing victims of negligence or wrongdoing (e.g., car accidents, defective products, workplace injuries).
• Growth Opportunities: Rapidly expanding firm with unlimited advancement potential in a supportive, innovative environment.
• Notable Successes: secured multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts in high-profile cases, including helping victims of major wildfires recover for their losses, and advocating in wrongful death suits against negligent parties such as counties and corporations. Their track record includes exponential growth, recovering over $200M in one reported period alone, with features in major media highlighting their dedication to justice for injury victims.
The Role:
• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution
• Conduct client consultations, investigations, and negotiations for settlements
• Prepare for and handle depositions, discovery, motions, and trials
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys and support staff
• Advocate fiercely for plaintiffs in cases involving auto accidents, premises liability, product defects, and more
About you: 7+ years of experience in Personal Injury (PI) litigation, preferably on the plaintiffs' side.
Location: Onsite in Orange County
Package:
• Base salary of $180k
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plan
If this sounds like you and your ideal next move, please book in some time below for us to speak: OR Email your resume to:
HIRING NOW | Personal Injury Litigation Attorney | Plaintiff | Up to $200k+ DOE | Hybrid (Irvine / OC) | Mission-Driven + Award-Winning
We’re representing an award-winning, plaintiffs-only personal injury firm in Southern California that’s built a major reputation for client wins, strong culture, and real trial work — not just quick volume settlements.
This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced PI litigator who wants serious case responsibility, strong internal support, and a firm that lives its values daily.
Highlights:
- Plaintiff-Only (No Defense Work) - Advocate for victims of negligence and wrongful death—100% plaintiff-side.
- Mission + Values-Led Culture - Radical authenticity, relentless pursuit of results, ownership, respect, growth mindset, unwavering integrity.
- Trial Runway / Trial-Ready Work - Take cases the distance when warranted—build real deposition, motion, and courtroom strength.
- Structured Support (Operate at the Top of Your License) - In-house investigators, medical records team, litigation support, and experienced paralegals.
- Serious Case Mix - Auto, premises, catastrophic injury, products, wrongful death—high-value matters that sharpen negotiation leverage.
- Growth Platform - Rapidly expanding firm with meaningful advancement potential and professional development/CLE support.
The Role: Plaintiff PI Litigation Attorney
- Own cases from inception through settlement (and trial, where needed), including:
- Case investigation (liability + damages)
- Drafting/filing litigation documents, discovery disputes, and law & motion
- Handling MSJ oppositions, depositions, and court appearances
- Negotiating settlements and delivering outstanding client service
- First-chair trial work (for the right candidate)
Compensation & Benefits
- Base: $200k+ DOE
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- 10 days PTO + 6 sick days
- 401(k) with 4% fully vested safe-harbor match
- Training/continuing education budget
- Regular firm events (happy hours, team building, holiday party)
- Laptop refresh every 3 years (then it becomes yours)
- Bonus: discretionary / firm-performance based
What You’ll Bring
- Licensed and in good standing in-state
- 7+ years plaintiff PI litigation with a trial focus
- First-chair trial experience strongly preferred
- Excellent writing, research, and litigation skills (motions, depos, MSJ work)
- Proven track record managing high-volume/high-value files
Location / Work Model
Hybrid – Irvine, CA (OC) - Full-time role with hybrid schedule.
Apply Confidentially
Email your resume:
(Confidential conversation first — book a time my diary using my link: working/work at home options are available for this role.
AMLAW 100 - Employment Defense Litigator | Hybrid/Remote (SoCal offices) | $100k–$275k + Bonus + Top Benefits
We’re partnering with a national, full-service litigation platform (Fortune 100 client base) that’s growing its management-side Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice. This is a defense-side opportunity with hybrid flexibility from Southern California offices — and a genuinely strong environment for mentorship, development, and long-term progression.
Highlights
- Management-Side Employment Litigation + Counseling — Wage & hour, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, ADA + related state laws
- Full Litigation Exposure — Take cases from start to finish: pleadings, motions/briefs, ESI review, witness interviews, depositions, hearings, and client-facing work
- Advisory/Counseling Work (a plus) — workplace accommodations, employee relations, mitigation of risk, RIFs, employment agreements, policies/handbooks
- Inclusive, Nationally Recognized Platform — strong track record of recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse attorneys
- Remote Flexibility + Strong Benefits — generous benefits package + discretionary bonus eligibility
The Role
- Handle all aspects of employment litigation (defense-side / management-side)
- Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and discovery responses
- Conduct and defend depositions; attend court appearances and mediations
- Advise employer clients on workplace law and risk reduction (where applicable)
Compensation
- Up to $275,000 depending on experience
- Actual comp depends on experience, skills, and location; may fall above/below stated ranges.
Must-Haves
- Active California Bar (mandatory)
- Strong employment law foundation (federal + state)
- Excellent writing + communication (strong academics preferred)
- Litigation experience across motions, depositions, court work, and client interaction
- (3+ years preferred; open to all levels with the right background.)
Apply Confidentially:
Email resume:
Book a quick call: working/work at home options are available for this role.
NEW | Workers’ Comp Defense Attorney (2–10+ yrs) | Partner Track | Remote/Hybrid (CA) | High-Impact Docket | Up to $400k total comp
Multiple offices in California - hybrid and or 100% Remote
Practice: Workers' compensation
Highlights:
- True Partner Track: Clear path to non-equity partner in ~6 years; attorneys with a portable book can be compensated like partners from day one.
- Monthly Upside: $1,000 bonus for meeting billable hrs/month the prior month + $40 for every hour over 225. High performers have exceeded $300k–$400k total comp.
- Flex Built-In: Fully remote or hybrid options; statewide team and modern, AI-enabled electronic case management keep workflows tight.
- Meaningful Matters: Diverse WC defense docket (typically 15–25 matters/month per client like Amazon, UC, Star Insurance) plus unique work (aviation, sports, jurisdictional issues).
- Low Red Tape, High Support: Statewide platform without politics—room to build your niche, pursue WC specialization (firm supports certification), and advance on merit.
The Work
- Manage a high-volume WC defense docket (target ability to handle ~70 cases with proper systems/support).
- Appear at WCABs across California; handle discovery, depositions, law & motion, mediations, trials.
- Collaborate with claims professionals, employers, and TPA partners to drive timely, optimal outcomes.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience: 2–10 years in workers’ comp defense preferred (will consider sharp new admits or re-tooling candidates—including DBA backgrounds).
- Tools & Tempo: Comfort with electronic/AI-assisted case management; organized, proactive, and calm under a busy calendar.
- Market Insight: Bay Area, Fresno/Central Valley, or Westside/Santa Monica familiarity a plus.
- BD Curiosity: Interest/ability to develop business (the comp model rewards it).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: Competitive
- Bonuses: $1,000 for hitting billables
- Benefits: Medical & dental (HMO/PPO options), 401(k) (wide investment menu; currently no match).
Flex & Location
Remote or Hybrid—your choice. Offices statewide for court days, collaboration, and community.
DGC Attorneys
Apply/Confidential Chat:
Send your resume to
with subject “WC Defense Attorney” or message for a 10-minute intro call.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
We are partnering with a growing plaintiff personal injury law firm seeking a detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to join its team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced litigation environment and wants to play a key role in helping clients through the legal process.
Position: Personal Injury Paralegal
Location: Orange County, CA
Work Type: 100% Onsite
Salary: Up to $85K - $120K
Experience Required: 3+ years
Key Responsibilities:
- Support attorneys in plaintiff personal injury cases from intake through settlement or trial
- Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, and correspondence
- Manage case files, medical records, and documentation
- Coordinate with clients, medical providers, experts, and insurance companies
- Track deadlines, court filings, and case progress
- Assist with trial preparation, mediations, and settlement packages
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of personal injury paralegal experience
- Open to candidates from plaintiff or defense backgrounds
- Strong understanding of personal injury litigation process
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong communication and client interaction skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, onsite environment
Why Consider This Role:
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys
- Hands-on involvement in meaningful personal injury cases
- Collaborative and supportive office environment
- Growth opportunity within a busy plaintiff-side practice
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position can be between $85,000- $120,000 base annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical insurance
- 401(k) with 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match
- 10 days of paid vacation annually
- 6 days of sick leave annually
- 12 paid holidays annually
- Training and continuing education budget
- Regular firm events (happy hours, team building, holiday party, etc)
- Laptops are replaced every 3 years. After 3 years, your work laptop will become your personal laptop.
NEW IN - Insurance Defense Litigation Associate - Up to $230k | Los Angeles (Torrance) | Hybrid/Remote Flexible | Growth Opportunity
About the Firm & Opportunity
Join a respected Southern California insurance defense firm with a strong reputation for defending prestigious clients—including major public entities and national brands—in complex, high-stakes liability matters.
Highlights
- Sophisticated Defense Work — Handle premises liability, transportation, construction defect, product liability, and general liability claims for high-profile clients
- Hands-On Litigation — Own cases from start to finish: discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, trial prep
- Flexible Work Options — Hybrid for juniors (3 days/week in Torrance); fully remote possible for experienced hires
- Client Prestige — Represent major public entities and national companies in high-exposure litigation
- Career Growth — Partner track for top performers; supportive team with mentorship and advancement
- Prime Location — Torrance (South Bay LA area) with easy access to greater Los Angeles
The Role
- Defend insureds and self-insured entities in civil liability claims
- Handle full case lifecycle: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, settlement negotiations
- Appear at court hearings, arbitrations, and trials
- Collaborate with partners on strategy and client communication
Compensation & Perks
- Up to $230k (DOE; strong for market level)
- Bonus potential + comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
Must-Haves
- 2+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Active California Bar license
- JD from an accredited law school (top 100 preferred)
- Strong litigation fundamentals: research, drafting, discovery, case management
- Client-facing demeanor and collaborative mindset
This is a rare chance for junior/mid-level defense litigators to gain meaningful courtroom responsibility, work with prestigious clients, and build a long-term career in a respected LA-area practice with flexibility and support.
Apply Confidentially
- Email resume:
- Book a quick, no-obligation chat: inquiries strictly confidential.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
About the job
Job Title: Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Location: Onsite (Open to Hybrid)
Experience Level: 5+ Years
***All inquiries are handled on a strictly confidential basis. No firm will receive your resume or any identifying information without your prior express consent.***
An established management-side labor & employment practice is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its team. This opportunity offers the ability to work on a broad range of employment matters while collaborating closely with experienced attorneys in a highly regarded employment practice.
The practice focuses on representing employers in both the public and private sectors, handling matters ranging from day-to-day employment counseling and risk management to complex litigation and administrative proceedings. Attorneys in this role will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated employment disputes while also advising clients on preventative strategies to reduce workplace liability.
Responsibilities
- Defend employers in litigation involving claims such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage & hour violations, and related employment disputes.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis related to employment law issues.
- Manage discovery including document review, interrogatories, depositions, and production coordination.
- Represent employers in administrative proceedings before federal and state agencies.
- Provide day-to-day counseling to employers on workplace compliance matters including leave laws, accommodations, employee discipline, and workplace investigations.
- Assist with litigation strategy, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
- Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments and risk mitigation strategies.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
- 5+ years of Labor & Employment law experience at a law firm.
- Experience defending employers in employment-related disputes is strongly preferred.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Work Structure
Salary: Up to $300,000 depending on experience + bonus.
Schedule: Onsite - Potential to Hybrid
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Internet reimbursement
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid sick leave
- Additional firm-supported benefits and professional development resources
Apply today for a confidential conversation.
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401(k), Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance
Our dynamic and growing firm is seeking an experienced and certified Paralegal to join our team in the City of Orange. The ideal candidate will assist on construction defense matters along with a wide variety of construction disputes from pre-litigation through trial and appeals. Trial preparation experience is beneficial. The cases include both private and public works projects on behalf of contractors, subcontractors, design professionals (architects and engineers), construction managers, product manufacturers and suppliers, owners and sureties. The right candidate will be a self-starter with excellent attention to detail, strong writing and analytical skills, and be able to work efficiently and independently. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation matters.
Position: Paralegal
Location: Orange, California
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and tracking subpoenas
- Reviewing and summarizing medical records, employment records, and third-party vendor records
- Propounding and responding to written discovery
- Conducting witness interviews
- Locating and coordinating expert witnesses
- Trial preparation
- Billable hour requirement of 1560 per year / 130 hours per month
Qualifications:
· Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience in construction defense litigation
· Strong knowledge of construction law, contracts, and dispute resolution processes
· Trial preparation experience is beneficial
· Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
· Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software
· Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience required
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Paid office parking or Transit Pass.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your cover letter, resume, writing example, and a list of references to: with the subject line "Paralegal Application - OC."
Join a team dedicated to excellence in client service and professional growth. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career with Lynberg & Watkins, APC.
About us:
Lynberg & Watkins, formed in the early 1970’s, has earned a long-standing reputation of excellence and prominence with clients and the legal community alike. The firm’s core practice is in civil litigation and insurance coverage. We represent public entities, insurance companies and their insureds, private corporations and individuals on a national, regional and local level.
L&W’s Construction Law team consists of distinguished and seasoned attorneys and staff with significant trial experience representing owners (public, private and commercial), developers, design professionals, general contractors, subcontractors of all trades, and lien holders, in both California and Nevada. Tired of your “Megalaw firm” where you are just a number? We can fix that!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Description :
- Manage key national accounts and develop new accounts across mass and grocery retailers (e.g., Costco, Weee, etc.)
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing customers for upselling
- Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, brokers, and distributors
- Plan and execute retail promotions, product launches, and merchandising resets
- Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet or exceed targets
- Perform regular visits to qualified prospects and customers to drive the business and grow the company's revenue, market share and profitability
- Provide excellent customer service throughout the sales process, ensuring client satisfaction
- Focusing on Sales Performance to achieve team targets, contribute the team performance in terms of gross profit and revenue
Qualifications and skills :
- 3-5 years of experience in CPG sales, preferably in food, preferred
- Strong knowledge of mainstream retail channels and distributor/broker management preferred
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively and close deals successfully
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
- Highly motivated, team-oriented, and self-driven with a proactive attitude
Benefits :
Health insurance, Dental Plans, Vision, Sick Leave, Paid Vacation, Retirement (401k), Paid Lunch, Cellphone Allowance, Employee Discounts, etc.
