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Job Description
Associate Attorney – Plaintiff Personal Injury (0–3 Years)
Encino, CA | Full-Time | $90,000 – $130,000 per year, DOE
About Us
California Accident Firm, APC is a boutique, rapidly growing Plaintiff's Personal Injury law firm with a strong reputation throughout California. We're known for ethical, aggressive representation of our clients — and we're respected by our adversaries for it.
We're looking for a motivated Associate Attorney to join our litigation team. You'll manage an active caseload with the direct support and mentorship of a Senior Trial Attorney, gaining hands-on experience across the full litigation lifecycle — from discovery through trial prep. Recent law school graduates and attorneys early in their PI career are encouraged to apply;
we invest heavily in training our associates.
What You'll Do
Manage an active caseload of personal injury matters — motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and related claims — with guidance from a Senior Trial Attorney
Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, defendants, experts, and witnesses
Draft and respond to motions and oppositions, including Motions for Summary Judgment/Adjudication, Demurrers, and discovery motions
Propound and respond to written discovery
Draft complaints ranging from routine motor vehicle cases to more complex premises liability and assault matters
Conduct legal research and handle law and motion practice
Assist with settlement negotiations and mediations
Assist with trial preparation, including Motions in Limine, jury instructions, and special verdict forms
Maintain regular communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties
Meet all court-imposed and internal deadlines
What We're Looking For
0–3 years of personal injury litigation experience (new admittees welcome)
Active California Bar License, in good standing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple cases and deadlines
Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively on a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat DC
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $90,000 – $130,000 per year, depending on experience
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Ready to grow your litigation career with a firm that invests in its attorneys? Apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter.
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Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90001, US
Who can apply
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