Overview
A national law firm with offices in all 50 states is seeking Civil Litigation Attorneys for its Carlsbad office. Candidates at all experience levels are encouraged to apply. Flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, are available.
Openings exist in several practice areas including Employment, Environmental, Toxic Tort, Product, Commercial, General Liability, Healthcare, and Professional Liability litigation. Ideal candidates are driven team players with strong litigation, writing, and persuasive speaking skills. A strong academic background, proven research abilities, and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision are required. Trial experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Candidates must be licensed and admitted to practice law in the State of California.
Responsibilities
- Handle civil litigation matters in various practice areas
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
- Participate in hearings, depositions, and trials
- Collaborate with team members and clients
- Manage assignments with minimal supervision
Requirements
- Admission to the California State Bar
- Excellent litigation, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Strong academic credentials
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in Employment, Environmental, Toxic Tort, Product, Commercial, General Liability, Healthcare, or Professional Liability litigation preferred
- Trial experience is a plus but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $275,000 annually, depending on experience and role level:
- Associates (1-6+ years): $100,000–$165,000
- Senior Counsel/Of Counsel (5+ years): $140,000–$215,000
- Partners (7+ years): $190,000–$275,000+
- Compensation is tailored based on experience, skills, practice area, business generation, work arrangement, and geographic market
- Eligibility for discretionary and performance-based bonuses
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Comprehensive benefits package
Location
Carlsbad, California, with flexible hybrid work options available.
Application Instructions
To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
The employer is an equal opportunity organization. No recruiter emails or telephone calls, please.