Litigation Associate – Complex Litigation Team
Location
Offices in Los Angeles (CA), Costa Mesa (CA), San Diego (CA), and San Francisco (CA).
About the Company
Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.
About the Role
Our Complex Litigation Team manages a diverse range of cases, including Transportation and Trucking, Catastrophic Injuries, Products Liability, Insurance Fraud/SIU, Mass Torts, and Commercial Litigation. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. While skills in preparing pleadings, taking and defending depositions, and trial preparation are important, prior trial experience is not required.
Responsibilities
- Attending hearings, drafting motions, and taking and defending depositions, while analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
- Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
- Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.
Remote Work Flexibility
Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.
Professional Development Opportunities
We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
- Demonstrated experience in civil litigation, preferably within a law firm setting.
- Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
- Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
Company Offers
- Salary starting at $125,000- $175,000+ bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Lucrative and generous bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K
- Pet insurance coverage.
- Referral program.
- A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
- All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.