Associate Attorney-Fully Remote in San Diego

Job Description

Location: Remote (Preference for candidates within driving distance of San Diego)

Firm Type: Small, tight-knit firm with a great culture

Experience Required: 2+ years of legal experience-Wildfire experience

Position Overview:

We are a small, well-established law firm seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our team. This is a remote position, but candidates must be located within driving distance of San Diego. While experience in wildfire litigation or defense is preferred, candidates with a willingness to handle plaintiff work will be considered.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing and transitioning a caseload of 40-45 cases to your docket. This role does not have billable hour requirements, allowing you to focus on delivering quality legal services and building strong client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 40-45 active cases.
• Handle litigation and defense work, with a focus on plaintiff representation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Draft legal documents, motions, and discovery.
• Provide strategic legal advice and representation in a variety of practice areas.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of legal experience.
• Prior experience in wildfire litigation or defense.
• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently while collaborating with a team.
• Must live within driving distance of San Diego.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits:

• Full benefits package.
• Competitive salary.
• No billable hour requirements.
• Positive, collaborative work environment.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a writing sample for consideration. We look forward to reviewing your application! jessica.rehder@gogpac.com or call 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.