Litigation Associate – Southern California

About Us:

Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP is a prestigious civil litigation defense firm with 44 years of experience. Since 1980, we have specialized in construction defect and casualty claims, successfully representing developers and general contractors in major cases. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

The Position:

We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join our talented legal team in San Diego, CA. This role offers a remote work model. (Remote position, however, must live within driving distance to the local office as occasional onsite work may be required.) You will be integral to our civil litigation defense efforts, managing various aspects of case management and client representation: drafting and filing motions, preparing for and attending court trials, conducting depositions and providing legal counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file motions, pleadings and discovery.
• Represent clients in trial, arbitrations, depositions and mediations.
• Update clients and/or their insurers.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Manage day-to-day litigation tasks.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior CA Civil Litigation experience required.
• Proven track record of drafting and arguing motions.
• Ability to effectively navigate the court system.
• Skilled in conducting depositions and witness examinations.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Experience in construction or casualty claims a plus.

Benefits of Joining Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP:

• Partner mentorship providing guidance, advice, feedback and support
• Bonus Opportunities
• Excellent teams and work life balance
• Hybrid, Remote or In-Office Work Models
• Generous Paid Leave
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Plan
• AFLAC
• 401K + Employer Match

The anticipated compensation for this role falls between $130,000 and $150,000 annually. While we expect to offer a salary within this range, the final figure will be determined based on several factors, including the selected candidate's years of experience, expertise and background .