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Civil Defense Litigation Associate
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Hybrid 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
We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded Civil Litigation Associate with at least two (2) years of experience to join our Team! 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
- Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions.
- Attending hearings, drafting motions, and taking and defending depositions, while analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
- Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
- Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their 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
- JD from an accredited law school and current good standing with the CA State Bar.
- At least two (2) years of civil / general litigation experience.
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrable experience investigating and case handling with respect to research, discovery, depositions, and mediations.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.
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.
LHH is partnering with a litigation boutique that has earned a national reputation for its experienced, energetic, and highly skilled attorneys. The firm is seeking a General Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join its dynamic legal team.
The firm offers a strong work-life balance, a collaborative and supportive team culture, regular attorney bonding activities, and a clear path to partnership. Culture is paramount—new hires must be team players who contribute positively to firm morale.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of commercial litigation experience
- Experience in labor and employment, construction, or retail/trade litigation and counseling (preferred, not required)
- Strong legal writing and research skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with strong organizational skills
- Positive attitude, team-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
Compensation
- Annual salary range: $178,000 to $210,000, based on experience
- Billable requirement: 1800 hours annually
- Bonus structure includes both hours-based and merit-based incentives:
- 1900 hours: 7% of annual salary
- 2000 hours: 8% of annual salary
- 2100 hours: 10% of annual salary
- Merit-based bonuses are awarded for exceptional client results, contributions to the firm, and business development efforts
Benefits
- Full coverage of health and dental insurance premiums for associates
- 30% coverage of premiums for dependents
Compliance & Equal Opportunity
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
The company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws, including:
• California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City and County Fair Chance Ordinances
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Candidate Privacy Information Statement:
Trial Attorney
Office Locations
Los Angeles
Costa Mesa
San Diego
Inland Empire
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 Trial Attorney to join one of our California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. This position focuses on Automotive Litigation, Premises Liability, Products Liability , and General Liability matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matter. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases
Responsibilities
- Strategically analyze and oversee all phases of litigation, from inception through resolution.
- Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in negotiating settlement conferences.
- Maintain consistent and proactive client communication, including comprehensive assessments of liability and damages.
- Represent clients in key litigation proceedings, such as hearings, motions, depositions, and mediations.
- Lead a team of Associates, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants.
- Review and refine pleadings, motions, and other legal filings to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment.
- Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
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.
- 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with a focus on personal injury.
- Trial experience.
- Experience formulating and developing case strategy, advising clients on risk mitigation and case resolution options.
- 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 $140,000 - $190,000. 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.
Complex Litigation Defense Attorney
Locations (California)
Los Angeles
Costa Mesa
San Francisco
San Diego
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. This hybrid position is for two days per week in office.
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
Our California offices are expanding. Join the dynamic and innovative Complex Team, where we tackle a diverse portfolio of high exposure personal injury cases. This is a rare opportunity to work on challenging and impactful litigation matters involving transportation (automotive and trucking cases), catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. Our cases have both factual and legal complexities.
As an attorney on the Complex Team, you will work alongside seasoned litigators and industry-leading partners, engaging in every stage of litigation—from strategy development and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are seeking a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a difference for our clients while advancing their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, attend court hearings, as well as taking and defending depositions.
- The candidate must have strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
Professional Development Opportunities
We are committed to investing in our associate'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 from an accredited school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
- The ideal candidate should have 2 + years of civil litigation experience.
Company Offers
- Salary starting at $125,000 - $185,000 + bonus. 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.
Law Enforcement Liability Associate
Locations (California)
Los Angeles
Costa Mesa
San Diego
Inland Empire
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 has an exciting opportunity for Associate, with at least two (2) years of civil litigation experience, to join our Governmental Entity Team/ Police Team! This specialized Team is known for representing public entities in a variety of cases, including dangerous condition claims, educational law, and law enforcement officer liability matters.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation to discovery through trial —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
- Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions.
- Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.
- Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
- Proactively managing 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.
- Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
- Prior Law Enforcement and/or Military experience is a plus, but not necessary.
- Criminal defense experience is welcomed, but not necessary.
- Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.
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.
General Liability Associate
Locations (California)
San Francisco
Hybrid Work Flexibility
This role requires a minimum of two in-office days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week. Our robust infrastructure ensures 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
Our General Liability team represents restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses in a wide range of matters, premises liability, products liability and business litigation. Our practice also encompasses the defense of personal and catastrophic injury claims, and foodborne illness disputes. We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded General Liability Associate with at least two (2) years of experience in to join our team.
As an associate, you will work closely with experienced litigators and industry-leading partners, gaining hands-on experience in every stage of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are looking for a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a meaningful impact for our clients while advancing their career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The ideal candidate is highly-motivated, eager to learn, and committed to long-term professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, preparing meet and confer letters, and handling discovery-related motions.
- Take and defend depositions, attend site inspections, and interview witnesses.
- Appear at court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Develop and execute litigation strategies, including case evaluation and risk assessment.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout litigation.
Professional Development Opportunities
We are committed to investing in our associates 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.
- Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
- Proven experience in premises liability litigation, ideally in a law firm environment.
- Strong legal research and writing abilities with keen attention to detail.
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.
Overview
Our client is seeking a talented and driven attorneys to join our Corporate and Private Equity / Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) team. The ideal candidates will have 4–6 years of experience advising corporate clients and private equity sponsors on complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, nationally recognized practice that represents leading private equity firms and strategic buyers across industries. Our team advises on acquisitions, dispositions, leveraged buyouts, rollups, minority investments, “going private” transactions, and other sophisticated corporate matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of M&A and private equity transactions, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating definitive and ancillary agreements, and overseeing the transaction process from inception to closing.
- Advise private equity funds and corporate clients on structuring and executing acquisitions, dispositions, and investments.
- Manage client relationships and supervise junior associates and staff to ensure smooth deal execution and excellent client service.
- Coordinate cross-office and cross-practice teams to handle complex transactions efficiently and effectively.
- Contribute to business development and client outreach initiatives, including cultivating relationships with emerging managers and institutional investors.
Qualifications
- 4–6 years of experience in M&A and/or private equity transactions from a top-tier law firm.
- Strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
- Demonstrated ability to lead deals and handle significant responsibilities with a high degree of autonomy.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Entrepreneurial and client-service oriented mindset, with an interest in developing long-term client relationships.
- Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; Must be admitted in the location where you will practice.
Our Practice
Our Corporate and Private Equity department includes attorneys nationwide, focusing on all aspects of private equity and corporate transactional work. We are consistently ranked among the top firms in M&A and private equity league tables (PitchBook, Bloomberg) and represent some of the world’s leading private equity sponsors.
Culture and Career Development
We are proud of our collegial, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture. Our team blends lateral and organically developed talent, fostering mentorship, collaboration, and professional advancement. Associates are entrusted with client-facing responsibilities early in their careers, gaining exposure to top-tier deals and sophisticated clients.
Our firm is regularly recognized for its commitment to diversity, empathy in leadership, and positive workplace culture, including certification as a “Great Place to Work.”
Locations
Associates may sit in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, Pittsburgh, or Charlotte.
About Whistler Partners
Matchmakers, Not Headhunters
Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.
We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best – after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.
Our client is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney to join the Asset Securitization Practice Group in their San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a finance‑focused firm known for developing innovative and practical legal solutions for complex financial transactions.
The successful candidate will have 1-3 years of experience at a law firm, bank, or other finance company.
Key Experience & Responsibilities
Our client is seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
- Representing borrowers and lenders in commercial loan, lease, and/or structured finance transactions
- Representing borrowers and lenders in energy and project finance transactions
- Representing borrowers and lenders in fintech and other startup financing transactions
- Representing lenders in workout transactions
- Conducting due diligence on material agreements, organizational documents, and lien searches
- Preparing corporate housekeeping documents, financing statements, and other ancillary closing documents
- Drafting loan agreements, lease agreements, indentures, note purchase agreements, and/or offering documents related to the above transaction types
What We Are Looking For
- Strong communication and client‑relations skills
- Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing abilities
- Superior academic credentials
- A collaborative, team‑focused approach
Qualifications
- Candidates must be members in good standing with the California Bar or eligible to waive in.
A financial services company is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead the company’s legal and compliance functions. This role will serve as the organization’s primary legal advisor and will oversee legal strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk management related to probate funding transactions.
The General Counsel will work closely with executive leadership to support the company’s operations while ensuring compliance with applicable probate, financial services, and consumer protection regulations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the company’s chief legal advisor on all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters
- Provide legal guidance related to probate law, estate administration, and probate funding transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to probate advances, funding transactions, and vendor relationships
- Review probate filings, estate documentation, and court procedures relevant to funding transactions
- Advise leadership on legal risk associated with probate funding and related financial products
- Oversee compliance with state and federal lending regulations, consumer protection laws, and licensing requirements
- Work closely with operations and underwriting teams to ensure legally compliant funding structures and processes
- Manage outside counsel and oversee litigation matters as needed
- Develop internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks
- Provide legal guidance on business initiatives, market expansion, and new product offerings
- Support corporate governance and other company-level legal matters
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school; Active membership in the California State Bar
- 10–15 years of experience with a strong focus on probate law and estate administration
- Experience may be gained either at a law firm or in-house environment
- Experience reviewing probate filings, estate documentation, and court procedures
- Familiarity with financial services, lending, or funding transactions is a plus
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills
- Ability to work directly with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
Compensation
- $225,000 – $250,000+ base salary, depending on experience
- Bonus eligibility
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options depending on role)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement
Location
San Francisco, CA
Hybrid schedule – minimum two days per week in office
San Francisco based law firm is currently seeking a Litigation Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience. Our ideal candidate will have proven litigation experience, preferably in the area of insurance defense or employment law.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of litigation, including discovery, court appearances, settlement negotiations, trial preparation, and if necessary, trials.
- Draft a variety of legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and others.
- Review documentation and identify potential legal risks, providing clear and comprehensive legal opinions to aid in informed decision-making.
- Represent clients in court, presenting persuasive and well-structured evidence to defend or prosecute civil litigation cases.
- Work in coordination with our team and clients to facilitate optimal case outcomes.
- Develop and nurture client relationships while managing client expectations.
- Ensure adherence to litigation-related firm policies and compliance with legal guidelines and court rulings.
- Comply fully with state and federal rules and regulations, as well as our law firm’s internal policies.
Job Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
- At least 3-10+ years of litigation experience
- Demonstrable critical thinking, negotiation, and trial skills.
- Excellent oral advocacy and writing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex cases.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on networking and collaboration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal research software, and other pertinent legal databases.
