Plaintiff-Side Litigation Associate Attorney

Job DescriptionA nationally recognized plaintiff firm with over 10 offices across the US is seeking an associate attorney to join its Culver City office. Exclusively dedicated to representing victims and their families, this firm has built a formidable reputation for landmark verdicts and substantial recovery. The work is complex, fast-paced, and deeply meaningful.As an associate, you will manage your own caseload, work directly alongside experienced litigators and be in the work from day one. If you do not have asbestos-specific litigation but are deeply passionate about the work, the firm is willing to train but does expect a strong litigation foundation coming in.Details: In-Office | Culver City, CACompensation: Commensurate with experience ($125,000-$225,000)Your Role on the TeamSupport attorneys across all phases of complex litigation from discovery through trial, serving as second chair for trialManage written discovery, including propounding and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissionDraft and argue motions, including motions for summary judgment and other dispositive and non-dispositive motionsTake and defend depositions across a range of witnesses and expertsMaintain meaningful client relationships with empathy, professionalism, and consistent communicationHandle matters in both state and federal court with a primary focus on state court proceedingsTravel nationally as trial and case demands require Your CredentialsJD from ABA-accredited law school, active admission to the California State Bar required0-7 years of litigation experience; plaintiff-side personal injury or complex litigation background preferredCandidates with asbestos defense, civil defense, or insurance defense experience will not be considered due to conflict of interestsStrong command of written discovery, motions practice, and the full litigation lifecycleExceptional legal research and writing abilities - clear, persuasive, and preciseNatural ability to connect with clients from all walks of life, particularly with those facing serious illness or lossComfortable operating in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment without losing attention to detailA genuine commitment to advocating for injured plaintiffs, paired with sound professional judgmentTrial experience a plus but not requiredA relevant motion writing sample is required for all candidates. Recent graduates will be asked to submit a copy of their transcript.How to ApplyIf your background aligns with what we're looking for, we'd love to connect. Apply directly with your resume, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.