Associate Attorney Litigation Adams & Martin Group - 3.8 Carlsbad, CA Job Details Full-time $140,000 - $200,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Bar Full Job Description Associate Attorney |

Environmental, Land Use & Litigation Location:

Carlsbad, CA Schedule:

Full-Time |

Hybrid Flexibility Available Compensation:

$140,000 - $200,000 DOE + Bonus Potential Are you a litigation attorney looking for a sophisticated practice, meaningful work, and a better quality of life? A highly respected boutique California law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful environmental, land use, municipal, real estate, construction, and business matters for both public agencies and private-sector clients. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who enjoy complex legal work, strong mentorship, and direct client exposure without the demands often associated with larger firms. If you're a strong litigator seeking a long-term opportunity with a respected boutique practice handling some of California's most interesting environmental and land use matters, we'd love to connect with you. What You'll Do Advise public and private clients on environmental and land use matters Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents Conduct legal research and case analysis Review CEQA and NEPA compliance documents Participate in litigation matters from discovery through resolution Attend hearings, meetings, and administrative proceedings Work closely with experienced partners on sophisticated matters Qualifications Active California Bar license 2+ years of litigation experience preferred Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Highly organized and detail-oriented Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a team Environmental or land use experience is a plus, but not required Direct access to partners and clients Strong mentorship and training Diverse and intellectually challenging practice Stable and collaborative team environment Benefits Comprehensive medical coverage Dental insurance 401(k) with employer match Flexible PTO Relocation assistance may be available All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.