Associate Attorney in San Diego

Job Description

Associate Attorney – Litigation - San Diego, CA

A well-established law firm is seeking attorneys with 1–7+ years of litigation experience to join its San Diego office. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a diverse range of cases and work collaboratively with an experienced legal team across various practice areas, including insurance defense, business, non-profits, employment, construction, real estate, intellectual property, and civil rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation for clients before courts, arbitration panels, and administrative bodies
• Prepare legal documentation, obtain and organize pertinent defense information, and advise clients on complex legal issues
• Conduct extensive legal research and analysis to support litigation strategies
• Manage cases, including planning and conducting investigations and discovery
• Evaluate potential exposure for settlement, arbitration, or trial regarding liability and damages

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
• 1–7+ years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, team-oriented approach
• Compassionate and client-focused with a strong work ethic

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options
• Paid bar membership and continuing education
• Access to on-site fitness center
• Supportive and professional work environment

To Learn More
To learn more about this or any of our open positions, email Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241. All communication will be kept confidential.

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.