General Liability Associate Attorney in San Diego

Job Description

Associate Attorney – General Liability Defense - San Diego, CA

A well-respected national litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to join its San Diego office. This role offers a flexible hybrid or fully remote work arrangement and is ideal for a motivated litigator looking for a long-term opportunity with meaningful growth, responsibility, and support. The firm values teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation, and is committed to creating an environment where attorneys are empowered and valued.

Responsibilities:

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents.
• Appear at court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a collaborative team.
• Handle matters from inception through resolution.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide regular status updates.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and offices to support case strategy.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with general liability matters, including catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or related areas.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.
• Experience with court appearances and depositions; trial experience a plus.
• Second-chair trial experience preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and bonus potential.
• Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and long-term growth opportunities.

To learn more about this or any of our open positions, email Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241. All communication will be kept confidential. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.