Associate Attorney

Coastal Wave Recruiting

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Los Angeles, US on site Until 9/7/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 2026
Job description

Our client, an established civil litigation law firm with offices in San Francisco, West Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Napa Valley, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its West Los Angeles office.

This opportunity is ideal for a California-licensed attorney who is eager to continue developing litigation skills in a dynamic, team-oriented, and supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Handle court appearances and motion practice
  • Draft pleadings and manage written discovery
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
  • Support pre-trial preparation and trial proceedings
  • Serve as a key point of contact in client relationships

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Active member of the California State Bar
  • Eligible to work in the United States
  • 2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred

Benefits

Our benefits include paid medical insurance, including plans with zero contribution from you, and reimbursement of dental costs up to $1,000. You will have access to vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance. We also offer a 401k plan with employer matching that is vested as soon as you enroll.

In addition to this, we offer a generous bonus program based on annual billing metrics, which is often prepaid throughout the year. We also have an annual bonus based on job performance. The firm offers a partnership track and assistance as needed for client development.

About this role

Summary

Handle court appearances, draft pleadings, depositions, mediations, and client relations.

Job title

Associate Attorney

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

law

Location requirements

Must be in Los Angeles, remote not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

California State Barcivil litigation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

civil litigation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

On-site City