Civil Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles

Job Description

Non-Equity Partner / Associate Attorney – Los Angeles, San Diego, Irvine, San Francisco, Sacramento   

A distinguished national litigation firm is seeking Non-Equity Partners and Associates to join its California offices. This is a growth position, ideal for attorneys with 2+ years of experience and a strong background in labor & employment or insurance defense litigation. The firm handles complex litigation matters and offers partner track opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex litigation cases from inception through trial.
• Conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in trials and hearings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Communicate with clients regarding case strategy, status updates, and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice areas on multi-jurisdictional matters.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school 
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 2–20 years of litigation experience; trial experience strongly preferred.
• Defense litigation experience preferred, but open to both plaintiff and defense backgrounds.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, client-facing, and courtroom communication skills.
• Ability to manage high caseloads and complex litigation matters.
• Non-equity partners do not require a book of business

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life and disability insurance
• Bar dues and CLE reimbursement

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.