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Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement

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Westlake Village, CA · Posted October 15, 2026

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About the job

Pay: $135,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Join a growing, highly respected civil litigation practice where you'll work directly with experienced trial attorneys on sophisticated and diverse matters.

Build your career in a firm that is committed to long-term development, mentorship, and internal growth.

Gain hands-on litigation experience with meaningful responsibility from the start, including hearings, depositions, motions, and trial preparation.

Enjoy exposure to a wide variety of practice areas that keep your work challenging and professionally rewarding.

Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and your career progression matters.

Hybrid flexibility available while maintaining a team-oriented office culture.

Location: Westlake Village, CA. Primarily on-site in our Westlake Village office with the opportunity for one to two remote workdays when business needs allow.

Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 3+ years of civil litigation experience. We are seeking an attorney who is looking to grow long term with our team. Candidates currently in Ventura County or Los Angeles County are strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a well-established civil litigation law firm representing clients across a broad range of complex legal matters. Our attorneys are committed to providing exceptional client service, practical legal solutions, and personalized attention on every case. We believe in developing talented attorneys, fostering collaboration, and creating long-term career opportunities within our firm. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and settlement agreements.

Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive legal arguments.

Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances.

Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial strategy.

Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.

Collaborate closely with attorneys and paralegals on active case management.

Handle negotiations and assist with transactional matters as needed.

Qualifications

Active California Bar license.

3+ years of civil litigation experience.

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Experience drafting motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.

Experience handling hearings, depositions, and case preparation.

Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.

Solo practice or broad commercial/civil litigation backgrounds are welcomed. Corporate in-house backgrounds are less preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a close-knit legal team that values mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth. Our attorneys receive meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to diverse legal matters that accelerate career development. If you're looking for a place where you can build a long-term career while working on interesting, high-quality cases, this is an outstanding opportunity.

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Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance