Associate Attorney – Toxic Tort Defense
Locations: Irvine, Los Angeles, Walnut Creek, San Francisco, CA
We are seeking an Associate Attorney (2nd–6th year from bar admission) to join our nationally recognized defense litigation team. This is a great opportunity for attorneys with general defense litigation experience who are interested in transitioning into toxic tort, asbestos, and silica defense. Prior toxic tort experience is not required—we provide training and mentorship.
Why Join Us:
Compensation: $150K–$185K
Hybrid schedule: 2 days/week in office
Billable requirement: 1,900 hours
Unlimited PTO + full benefits package
Formal mentorship program for Associates
People-first culture, consistently ranked among the top law firms to work for in America
Qualifications:
JD from an ABA-accredited law school
2–6 years of litigation experience (defense preferred, but not required)
Strong research, writing, and communication skills
Ability to manage cases, meet deadlines, and thrive in a collaborative team environment
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment while working on high-quality litigation matters.
Apply Today If you’re ready to grow your career in toxic tort defense with one of the best firms in the country, we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume to jessica.rehder@gogpac.com or call Jessica at 605-705-4855.
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.
