Associate Attorney

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a successful plaintiff civil litigation firm with over 15 Attorneys, over 1000 five-star Google reviews, and over 30 years in business helping the injured. We are seeking a driven Associate Attorney (2–5 years) to work closely with a senior attorney while developing toward full case-handling autonomy. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in settlements and day-to-day case management but is still sharpening their litigation skillset, particularly when it comes to depositions, strategy, and leading cases through more advanced stages. You’ll have meaningful responsibility, direct mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a fully independent litigator.

Duties:

• Manage up to 50 - 60 litigation cases in tandem with a senior attorney, including case strategy and progression.

• Handle settlement negotiations and work toward maximizing case value.

• Assist in developing litigation strategy, including discovery, depositions, and trial prep.

• Take and defend depositions with oversight as needed.

• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.

• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters.

• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure efficient case handling.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in California.

• 2 – 5 years of plaintiff personal injury or civil litigation experience.

• Experience handling settlements and client communication.

• Exposure to litigation (depositions, discovery, motions), even if not fully independent yet.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Eagerness to grow into a lead litigation role.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with senior attorneys.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $225,000 (DOE)

• Plus an attorney fee structure

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D

• Aflac College, Tuition Benefit, Flexible Spending Accounts, Wellness EAP Support

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Pet Insurance, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay

• Paid parking at the office or a paid monthly transportation stipend for alternative transportation.

• Start to accrue vacation and sick days on their first paycheck.

• No waiting period for holiday pay. 

Location:

• Los Angeles, California (90010)

• Hybrid work schedule
  

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