Litigation Associate

We are partnering with a dynamic litigation firm on a unique Trial Attorney opportunity designed for attorneys who are genuinely motivated to gain real courtroom and trial experience early in their careers. This role offers a contract-to-permanent pathway, beginning with a structured shadowing period (up to 60 days) where you will work closely with experienced trial attorneys, gain hands-on exposure, and quickly ramp into owning cases and participating in trials. This is an excellent opportunity for: Newly barred attorneys looking to break into litigation entry level attorneys seeking more substantive courtroom experience Senior attorneys ready to step into first-chair trial roles Key Responsibilities Trial & Litigation Work Assist with and progressively take ownership of: Trial preparation (including strategy development) Motions practice (including motions in limine (MILs)) Hearing preparation and oral argument Participate in trials as 1st or 2nd chair, depending on experience level Case Management Manage substantive portions of litigation matters as experience allows Support overall case strategy, including: Legal research and writing Fact development and case theory Court Appearances & Travel Attend and participate in: Hearings Court appearances Trials across California (travel required) Work closely with trial teams in high-exposure matters Discovery & Strategy Contribute to: Discovery disputes Motion practice Trial preparation workflows and case execution Collaborate with senior attorneys on litigation strategy