Associate Attorney- Civil Litigation Defense

Associate Attorney- Civil Litigation DefenseAssociate Attorney- Civil Litigation Defense1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis range is provided by gpac. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Civil Litigation Attorney - 2+ Years of ExperienceLocation: Walnut Creek, CA (hybrid flexibility available)A well-established California litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney (2+ years of experience) to join its growing practice. The firm handles a wide variety of civil litigation matters, including appellate work, business and commercial disputes, construction defect, real estate, general liability defense, transportation, and estate/trust litigation.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to gain broad litigation experience, work alongside seasoned trial lawyers, and take on meaningful case responsibilities in a collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a diverse caseload that may include:Business and commercial litigationConstruction defect and real estate disputesGeneral liability, premises liability, and transportation defenseEstate and trust litigationAppellate briefs and oral advocacyDraft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and appellate briefs.Conduct witness discovery, depositions, mediations, and court appearances.Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, trial prep, and client communications.QualificationsJ.D. and active California bar license.Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience.Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.Ability to manage cases across different phases of litigation.Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.Appellate or construction/general liability experience a plus.Why This Role Stands OutExposure to a wide variety of civil litigation and appellate matters.Opportunity to take on substantive responsibility early in your career.Collaborative firm culture that values efficiency, responsiveness, and professional growth.Hybrid work flexibility.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesLegal ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at gpac by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Associate Attorney” roles.Oakland, CA $98,800.00-$131,000.00 1 month agoSan Francisco, CA $80,000.00-$85,000.00 3 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $70,000.00-$80,000.00 3 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $165,000.00-$250,000.00 20 hours agoOakland, CA $107,936.00-$174,100.00 2 weeks agoMid-Level Associate Attorney (Western Offices)Copyright Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)San Francisco, CA $260,000.00-$310,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $230,000.00-$260,000.00 4 days agoFremont, CA $140,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks agoConcord, CA $120,000.00-$160,000.00 1 week agoWalnut Creek, CA $160,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month agoSan Francisco, CA $115,000.00-$160,000.00 3 days agoOakland, CA $105,000.00-$185,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $130,000.00-$185,000.00 2 weeks agoAttorney, Work From Home, Remote Document Review ProjectsSan Francisco, CA $225,000.00-$275,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $178,000.00-$210,000.00 2 days agoJunior and Mid-Level Patent Litigation AssociateSan Francisco, CA $235,000.00-$390,000.00 2 days agoAlameda, CA $80,000.00-$125,000.00 1 month agoOakland, CA $180,000.00-$240,000.00 1 week agoSan Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$325,000.00 5 days agoSan Leandro, CA $124,800.00-$208,000.00 3 days agoEmeryville, CA $130,000.00-$240,000.00 2 months agoAssociate General Counsel, Security LegalSan Francisco, CA $198,000.00-$266,000.00 2 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17