Job Description

Associate Attorney – Business Litigation (San Diego, CA)

A well-regarded boutique law firm located in downtown San Diego is seeking an experienced Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This firm is known for its collaborative culture, low turnover, and hands-on mentorship. The practice is national in scope and represents a diverse base of business clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to grow in a supportive, close-knit environment with meaningful exposure to complex business disputes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage cases from intake through resolution.
• Independently handle case strategy, pleadings, discovery, and motion practice.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Participate in depositions, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide case updates.
• Billable Hours: 1750

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience required (business litigation preferred but not required).
• Ability to independently manage a full case file from start to finish.
• Experience first-chairing depositions, arbitrations, or bench trials is a plus.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and team-oriented.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Robust bonus potential.
• Paid parking.
• Beautiful office 
• Strong mentorship, professional development, and long-term growth opportunities.

To learn more about this or any of our open positions, reach out to Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com. All inquiries 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.