Associate General Counsel

We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join a California firm in a contract-to-permanent role. This position offers the opportunity to manage civil litigation matters with a high level of autonomy while partnering closely with leadership and support staff. The ideal candidate brings strong courtroom preparation, sound legal judgment, and the ability to deliver responsive, client-focused service across a varied caseload.

Responsibilities:
• Manage civil litigation files from initial evaluation through resolution, maintaining ownership of strategy, deadlines, and day-to-day case activity.
• Conduct factual and legal analysis at the outset of each matter and provide clear written updates that assess developments, risk, and procedural posture.
• Draft, review, and refine pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, declarations, and other court filings, including summary judgment submissions.
• Handle discovery by preparing written requests and responses, coordinating document production, and managing deposition notices and related logistics.
• Take and defend party and expert depositions, while preparing clients and witnesses for testimony and other key litigation events.
• Represent clients at case management conferences, hearings, and other court appearances, and assist with trial preparation for contested matters.
• Perform legal research to support motion practice, case strategy, and issue analysis across active files.
• Direct work assignments for paralegals and administrative support team members to keep matters organized, efficient, and moving forward.

Qualifications:

• Active membership in the California Bar and a degree from an accredited law school.
• At least 3 years of experience practicing in a legal environment with substantial exposure to civil litigation matters.
• Demonstrated knowledge of California civil procedure, evidentiary standards, discovery practice, and law and motion work.
• Hands-on experience with depositions, legal drafting, case management, and trial preparation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to analyze issues thoroughly and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management or billing platforms.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and collaborate well with attorneys and support staff.
• Experience in areas such as public entity defense, liability defense, probate or trust litigation, or personal injury lien issues is advantageous.

Compensation

$43.00-$72.00 Hourly

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