Engineering Structures Jobs in Brea, CA

General Liability Associate

Locations (California)

Costa Mesa

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 one (1) year 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.
• One (1) year of civil litigation experience.
• 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.

Construction Defect Associate

Location (California)

Orange County

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

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Defect Associate to join our Team. As a member of our construction defect team, you will represent developers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and material suppliers in a variety of cases involving both commercial and residential construction projects. Our ideal candidate will bring prior case handling experience. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation from case evaluation and discovery to alternative dispute resolution.

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

• Attend court hearings and participate in site inspections.
• Handling every aspect of the construction claim including propounding and responding to discovery and taking and defending depositions.
• 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.
• Active member of California State Bar and in good standing.
• Experience with Construction Defect cases is a must. Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Litigation experience with a capacity to be a proactive team player.

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.

Immigration Attorney – Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Location: Appearances in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA (in person)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position: Hybrid

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year (depending on experience)

Make a Difference. Build Your Career. Join a Mission-Driven Legal Team

MCM Law Group, P.C. is seeking a bilingual Immigration Attorney (Spanish/English) with 1–2 years of experience to join our growing team. This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys court appearances and client advocacy, and wants to work within a firm that already has well-established systems, processes, and support staff in place.

If you are confident handling hearings, value teamwork, and want to focus on lawyering rather than administrative work, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Represent clients before Immigration Court (EOIR), including:

• Master Calendar Hearings
• Individual Hearings
• Bond Hearings (as applicable)
• Appear in person, or remotely depending on court requirements
• Travel between Orange County and Los Angeles County courts, as needed
• Serve as the primary courtroom advocate for clients
• Work collaboratively with a paralegal and legal assistant team that handles the majority of case preparation and drafting
• Review filings prepared by support staff and provide legal guidance as needed
• Participate in client strategy discussions and case planning
• Provide compassionate, confident representation to immigrant families navigating the court system

Our firm already allows attorneys to concentrate primarily on court representation and legal strategy, rather than extensive drafting or administrative tasks.

What You Bring

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing in any U.S. state or territory
• 1–2 years of immigration law experience
• Demonstrated experience handling EOIR hearings
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (written and oral)
• Ability to comfortably move between courts in Orange County and Los Angeles County
• Strong courtroom presence, legal analysis, and client advocacy skills
• Commitment to justice, dignity, and client-centered representation

What You’ll Get

• A clear growth path within an expanding firm (California, Texas, and nationwide)
• A supportive, multicultural, mission-driven team
• Experienced paralegals and administrative staff so you can focus on practicing law
• Ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development
• Opportunity for long-term growth, including a clear path to partnership
• A firm that values your voice, leadership, and professional development

Ready to Do Meaningful Work?

At MCM Law Group, P.C., you are not just another attorney, you are a changemaker. We serve immigrant communities with heart, structure, and strategic advocacy. If you’re ready to grow with a firm that already has the foundation in place and needs a strong courtroom advocate, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or send your resume to:

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

• Competitive salary range of $125,000 - $180,000 plus bonus. Compensation will be set based on experience and qualifications of the successful candidates education and 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.

Senior Associate Attorney 

Clarkson has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 to 2026! 

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 

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.