Litigation Associate

About the company Our client is a law firm. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Manage civil defense matters from the opening pleadings through trial, working alongside senior attorneys. The position combines discovery, motion practice, case assessment and regular client updates, with mentorship and courtroom opportunities. What you'll do - Defend public sector bodies and their law enforcement personnel in civil liability disputes. - Run discovery from beginning to end, including written requests, responses, and both taking and defending depositions. - Prepare and argue motions and write case assessments for clients. - Shape and carry out litigation strategy for each matter. - Move cases through every stage, from responsive pleadings and plaintiff depositions to trial. - Send clients timely, accurate updates and keep communication active throughout a case. - Follow each client's case handling and reporting guidelines. Requirements What we're looking for - A law degree and a current, good-standing license to practice in California. - Two or more years defending civil litigation, including pretrial motion work. - Hands-on experience with depositions on both sides and with written discovery. - Background advising or defending government bodies, municipalities or police agencies. - Ability to evaluate cases and produce clear status updates for clients. - Clear, confident writing and speaking, with ease dealing directly with clients. - Capacity to reach the firm's yearly billing target. - Located in, or willing to work from, the Southern California area. Bonus points - Past service in law enforcement or the military. - Experience in criminal defense litigation. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 125,000 to 180,000 per year Location and work model - Los Angeles, Costa Mesa or Inland Empire, California, United States - Hybrid, with remote work flexibility - Full-time