Jobs in Fullerton, CA

Litigation Associate Attorney – Napa, CA or Los Angeles, CA (2–7 Years) | Hybrid/Remote

Are you a California-licensed attorney ready to take your litigation career to the next level? Join a nationally recognized mid-sized law firm with a 50+ year history of defending complex, high-stakes matters nationwide.

This firm is consistently ranked for litigation excellence and is renowned for its trial work. You'll work alongside seasoned trial lawyers on sophisticated cases for Fortune 500 companies and closely held businesses, gaining hands-on experience that will shape your career.

The Role

• Manage a docket of active litigation matters from start to finish
• Conduct discovery, take and defend depositions, and prepare and argue motions
• Participate in trial preparation, strategy sessions, and courtroom proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused solutions
• Handle complex litigation matters with meaningful responsibility

Practice Exposure Includes

General Liability | Premises Liability | Product Liability | ERISA Litigation | Employee Benefits | Executive Compensation | Construction Litigation | Complex Tort Matters

Compensation & Workload

• Base salary up to $200,000
• 1900 billable hour target
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Annual discretionary bonus

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA and FSA options
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• CLE reimbursement and professional development support
• Choose whether to work remotely or in-office

What We're Looking For

• JD with active California Bar admission
• 2–7 years of relevant litigation experience

This is a rare opportunity for attorneys seeking hands-on trial experience, long-term client relationships, and career growth within a stable, nationally respected firm with a proven track record spanning over five decades.

Interested candidates should apply with a resumé or reach out confidentially to learn more at

Litigation | Trial Practice | California Attorney | Complex Litigation | General Liability | Product Liability | Premises Liability | ERISA | Employee Benefits | Executive Compensation | Construction Litigation | Complex Tort | Depositions | Motion Practice | Legal Writing | Legal Research | Client Relations | Hybrid Work | Remote Work

Are you a skilled attorney with a passion for defending public entities? Our dynamic and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Public Entity Defense Associate Attorney to join our team in Orange County.

Position: Public Entity Defense Associate Attorney

Location: Orange, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will assist with all aspects of public entity defense litigation, including but not limited to:

· Handling a variety of matters involving public agencies and municipalities, such as:

o Police Liability and Excessive Force: Defending law enforcement personnel and agencies in claims arising from use of force, wrongful arrest, and other alleged misconduct.

o Employment and Labor Defense: Defending public entities in cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.

o General Tort and Premises Liability: Managing claims involving injuries occurring on government-owned or maintained property.

· Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs on complex legal issues affecting public entities.

· Review and analyze public records, discovery responses, and documents for relevance, privilege, and compliance with the Public Records Act.

· Participate in all phases of litigation including discovery, depositions, motion practice, trial preparation and appeals.

· Attend court appearances, settlement conferences, mediations, and hearings.

· Prepare and organize exhibits, witness materials, and trial binders.

· Collaborate and coordinate with public entity clients, risk managers, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school.

· Active California state bar membership in good standing is required.

· 3-5 years of litigation experience, with a focus on public entity defense, government tort liability, or civil rights defense preferred.

· Proficiency in legal research and writing, with demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues.

· Strong analytical, organizational, and oral advocacy skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and time management.

· Ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines efficiently, independently, and as part of a collaborative team.

• Proven track record of achieving favorable results for clients in motion practice, settlement, or trial.
• Availability for occasional travel as required for depositions, hearings, and client meetings.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Retirement plans.
• Bonus programs.
• Student loan assistance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Mentoring with senior associates and partner level attorneys.
• 3-to-1 attorney to secretary ratio.
• 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 "Public Entity Defense Associate 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 Los Angeles office representation includes the defense of high exposure personal injury actions, traumatic brain injuries, exposures to environmental contaminants, habitability claims, state and federal class actions and the investigation and defense of 1 party insurance fraud claims. Tired of your "Megalaw firm" where you are just a number, not getting the mentoring, credit and responsibility you deserve? We can fix that!

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP, a well-established litigation defense firm, is seeking an experienced paralegal or legal assistant to work at its LA office. This job requires daily commuting to downtown LA with no remote work offered.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate of completion from a paralegal program OR significant experience handling paralegal and /or legal assistant duties at a civil litigation firm on the defense side
• Experience billing hours reflecting work
• Strong understanding and knowledge of the California Code of Civil Procedure and court procedures, filings, service requirements;
• Familiarity with federal court rules;
• Experience scanning, coding, uploading, storing and printing documents, as well as developing and implementing databases to manage, organize, sort, index, analyze and summarize large volumes of data;
• Ability to perform legal research, conduct asset searches and basic investigation, draft and issue subpoenas, and draft, summarize and index discovery and documents;
• Experience assisting attorneys with trial/binding arbitration preparation and court attendance where necessary; and
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; NetDocuments; Summation; Concordance; and Trial Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year with an annual $10,000 bonus for those who meet the firm's quarterly billable hour requirement.

Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts

All resume submissions are strictly confidential.

What you will find ...

• 200+ attorney western regional firm
• voted US News "Best Law Firm 2025"
• Mansfield Rule Certified Plus 2025

What you will do ...

• General liability defense
• Residential & Commercial landlord-tenant habitability
• Depositions, mediation, & arbitration
• High profile trial litigation

Wish list ...

• REQUIRED CA bar
• REQUIRED 3 days/week on-site
• 2-7 years' experience in habitability
• Focus on landlord-tenant matters
• Exceptional writing and communication skills

Workers Compensation Litigation Associate

Location

Costa Mesa

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is currently seeking a Workers Compensation Litigation Associate to join our team! The position will help manage a diverse range of cases, including defending employers and insurers against employment related litigation. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to attending workers’ compensation appeal board hearing.

Associates benefit from collaborative, team-based support while gaining hands-on experience. The ideal candidate must be eager to learn, self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• The candidate must have strong analytical skills.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• 1+ year of workers’ compensation experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication, advocacy, and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.

Company Offers

• Salary Range $125,000-$175,000 + bonus. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP is seeking an attorney with 3 - 15 years of experience in civil defense litigation to join our Orange County office. This is a full-time, in-office position; we are not seeking applicants who want to work remotely. Instead, we are looking for attorneys who are eager to build a long-term career at the firm through consistent performance, leadership, and contribution.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, able to work autonomously, and eager to learn what it takes to prepare a case for trial and second-chair by handling a handful of witnesses. We seek someone who is not just looking for a job but is committed to developing the skills and leadership qualities necessary for partnership. The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to manage all phases of litigation, including taking and defending depositions, particularly of plaintiffs and expert witnesses, drafting and responding to discovery and pleadings, preparing and arguing motions, managing case files independently, and must be willing to travel to northern California offices when necessary. Strong research and writing skills are a must, and the candidate must have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Haight is a well-established California law firm with offices throughout the state. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and open communication, transparency in career development and growth opportunities, work-life balance that supports long-term success, and professional development with a clear partnership track.

Base salary range: $145,000 – $190,000 per year with an annual $20,000 bonus for those who meet the firm’s quarterly billable hour requirements.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts

Im working with a great client of mine - a national litigation firm with an office in Irvine - and helping them find a solid Commercial Litigation Attorney to add to their team

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4+ years of experience handling complex commercial litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, conducting depositions, and representing clients in court. Strong analytical, research, and writing skills are essential, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fastpaced environment

WHAT THIS ROLE OFFERS

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, conducting depositions, and representing clients in court. • Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies.

• Work closely with partners and multidisciplinary teams to craft innovative, practical, and effective legal solutions.

• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings.

• Manage client communications, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and strategic alignment at every stage of a matter

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• A minimum of 4 years of commercial litigation experience, with demonstrated success in contract disputes and business torts.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the California State Bar.

• Exceptional analytical, research, and writing skills.

• Strong advocacy skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Proven experience managing cases from inception to resolution.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for the role is 240-325k

Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Transportation Litigation Associate

Office Locations

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

San Francisco

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is seeking a litigation associate to join one of our California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will work on a diverse range of Transportation, Automobile and Trucking cases. The candidate will work closely with senior associates and partners daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage cases, overseeing matters through all stages of the litigation process from inception through trial.
• Attending Court hearing, managing discovery, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients and ensuring compliance with the case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• The ideal candidate should have 1 + years of transportation litigation experience.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines is required.
• Experience handling discovery for complex matters, with substantial knowledge of evidentiary objections in responding to discovery.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

What you will find ...

• 2025 US News "Best Law Firm"
• expanding L&E practice group
• 300+ attorneys & growing

What you will do ...

• Labor & Employment litigation
• Labor & Employment depositions and court appearances
• Class Action Wage & Hour cases
• Drafting and opposing Labor & Employment motions
• Investigating Labor & Employment claims

Wish list ...

• REQUIRED CA bar
• 2-7 years' as Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
• Practice areas EEOC, NLRB, and OSHA
• Focus on Wage & Hour litigation
• Class Action experience preferred
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Large law firm experience a plus

Arrowhead Talent Solutions is helping a growing aerospace and aviation manufacturing company find a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor in Fullerton, CA.

**Must be a US Citizen**

**Must have experience with CNC Machines**

• Lead first-shift manufacturing operations for a large production team, ensuring safety, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Manage daily production activities including scheduling, staffing, training, and performance management.
• Drive operational efficiency through process improvements, cross-functional problem solving, and 5S initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and maintenance to resolve production issues and improve product quality.
• Conduct performance reviews and support hiring, development, and retention of team members.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (aerospace or automotive preferred).
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining environments, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.