Associate Attorney

Gupta Evans & Ayres • san diego, ca, us • 1m ago

Who We Are

Gupta Evans & Ayres, PC, a growing boutique litigation firm, has an immediate opening for an experienced Associate Attorney. Located in San Diego, California, Gupta Evans & Ayres is a thriving civil litigation and bankruptcy practice, with a strong emphasis on corporate, real estate and insolvency/bankruptcy matters.

Gupta Evans & Ayres, PC is not your typical law firm. As a boutique practice, we pride ourselves on our core values of craftsmanship, ownership, trust, accountability, joy and balance. Our close-knit, supportive environment ensures that everyone—from named shareholders to paralegals—helps each other grow.

We believe in fostering mutual respect and professional development, creating a firm where collaboration and camaraderie thrive. That’s why we champion a healthy work-life balance, often trading the conference room for a bowling alley or team happy hour at one of San Diego’s many restaurants. Our social events and team outings aren’t just about having fun—they’re about building a firm where our values are lived out every day.

Your Role

At Gupta Evans & Ayres, we’re seeking a motivated and dedicated Associate Attorney to join our dynamic team. We want someone who embodies the character of the firm—someone who is not just an accountable team player but a leader in their own right. Someone who can confidently own their cases from start to finish, make strategic decisions, and take initiative. Someone who takes pride in their work product, builds trust amongst the firm and its clients and, most importantly, finds joy in their work.

Here, while working closely with seasoned attorneys and contributing directly to the success of our clients, you’ll handle a variety of tasks and be involved in every aspect of litigation. Expect a workload that’s both robust and rewarding, where each day brings new and engaging challenges. You’ll find yourself deeply involved in complex cases, managing junior associates, making meaningful contributions and seeing the impact of your work on the direction of a case. All of this happens in an atmosphere that values your well-being just as much as your professional achievements. With reasonable billable hour requirements, we understand the importance of balance and strive to support our team members in maintaining a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside the office.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have:

· Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school;

· Admitted to practice law in California;

· Minimum 3-7 years of experience, preferably in business and real estate litigation;

· Strong analytical, research and writing skills;

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines;

· Demonstrated ability to take ownership of cases and drive them to successful resolution;

· Proactive and strategic thinker with a strong sense of initiative

Benefits and Compensation

We offer a base salary with benefits and a revenue-sharing bonus structure beginning after six months of employment. Compensation is commensurate with experience and ranges from $120,000-$150,000. The Practice also provides paid vacation, paid health insurance and participation in the firm's 401K matching plan. This is a full-time, in-office position at our brand-new San Diego office centrally located in Mission Valley. This is an opportunity for you to join a growing firm, create your own environment and actively shape the growth of something special.

A more detailed look at the Practice including areas of expertise, values, and overall client philosophy can be found at www.SoCal.law.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and writing sample to Alex Gomez at: alex@socal.law. Please include “Associate Attorney Application” in the subject line.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our ream who is eager to contribute to our firm’s success and grow with us. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!

Detailed Key Responsibilities

Litigation (85%)

· Intake

· Initial meeting with Senior Attorney and potential client

· Draft initial demand letters and pre-litigation correspondence

· Draft initial Complaint based on client interviews

· Draft response(s) to Complaint based on circumstances

· Case Management

· Handle all aspects of case management, from inception through resolution

· Maintain organized electronic case files and adhere to deadlines

· Develop and implement case strategy in collaboration with Senior Attorneys, including budgets and discovery plans

· Delegate tasks and manage work amongst more junior associates

· Communicate effectively with clients to keep them informed about case developments

· Attend Mediations and prepare for the same

· Motion Practice

· Gather facts and perform research related to the particular Motion

· Meet and confer with opposing counsel as needed

· Attend hearings and orally argue Motions as needed

· Develop strategies for motion practice that align with client goals, budget and case strategies

· Discovery Practice

· Develop and implement discovery strategy

· Draft and propound written discovery

· Coordinate and conduct expert witness discovery

· Defend and conduct depositions of party, lay and expert witnesses

· Discovery-related Motion practice

· Work with clients to gather necessary documents and information

· Review and analyze discovery materials

· Research and Writing

· Conduct thorough legal research on a variety of issues as needed

· Draft legal memoranda, briefs and other documents as needed

· Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations and appliable authorities

· Trial

· Assist in trial preparation, including witness preparation, trial exhibits and trial strategy

· Actively participate in trial proceedings, including examination of witnesses and presenting evidence

· Collaborate with lead trial counsel to develop arguments, case approach and overall trial strategy

· Post-Trial and Judgment Enforcement

· Handle post-trial motions and appeals

· Draft appellate briefs and related documents

· Assist in the enforcement of judgments and defend enforcement of judgment as applicable

Marketing and Business Development (15%):

· Business development is an essential component to growth and becoming a senior attorney at the firm. While the Practice does not hold significant expectations for business development in the Associate's first year, a path to senior roles will include a business development component.

· The Practice will provide resources and tools to help the Associate develop a custom business development plan that works best with the particular Associate's strength