About this opportunity
CRP Group lists this Associate Attorney opportunity in orange county, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Litigation Associate | 1–10+ Years' Experience
Location: Orange County, CA (Hybrid / Remote Considered)
Compensation: Competitive Salary (DOE) + Performance Bonus
Firm: Growing National Defense Law Firm
Billable Requirement: 2,000 Hours
A highly regarded national litigation firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its expanding Orange County office. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of complex litigation, the firm is looking to appoint an experienced attorney to handle a high-quality caseload of sophisticated defense matters.
This opportunity offers exposure to complex, high-value litigation alongside experienced litigators within a collaborative and entrepreneurial team. The firm is continuing to grow and expects additional hiring as the practice expands.
The Role
The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of complex litigation matters, primarily focused on general liability and commercial insurance defense , while also gaining exposure to a range of private client commercial disputes.
Cases regularly involve significant financial exposure and challenging legal issues, providing excellent experience for attorneys looking to develop their litigation careers.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of approximately 10–15 litigation files from inception through resolution
Handle all stages of litigation, including pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances
Work closely with partners on high-exposure and catastrophic loss matters
Maintain regular communication with clients, insurers, experts, and opposing counsel
Develop litigation strategy and manage files efficiently while meeting billable expectations
Practice Areas
General Liability Defense
Commercial Litigation
Product Liability
Premises Liability
Construction Litigation & Construction Defect
Property Damage Claims
Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death
Entertainment & Recreation Liability
Business-to-Business Litigation
Employment & Contract Disputes
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
Approximately 1–10+ years' litigation experience (strong candidates outside this range will also be considered)
Previous insurance defense or civil litigation experience preferred
Strong drafting, advocacy, analytical, and client communication skills
Ability to independently manage complex litigation matters while working collaboratively within a team
Additional Information
Hybrid working available, with flexibility for remote working within California
Orange County location preferred, although California-based remote candidates will be considered
Competitive salary based on experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Opportunity to work on sophisticated, multi-million-dollar litigation
Strong long-term career progression within a growing national firm
Collaborative culture with direct partner access and significant responsibility from day one
This is an outstanding opportunity for a litigation attorney seeking high-quality work, genuine responsibility, and long-term career growth with a nationally recognised and expanding litigation practice.
If you meet the criteria, or know someone who does, applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Who can apply
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