Public Law Litigation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Law Litigation Associate in Irvine, CA. The firm specializes in complex public law litigation, representing cities, counties, and special districts across California. The associate will join a team handling sophisticated issues related to land use, municipal finance, governance, and constitutional matters.

Duties

• Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation.
• Conduct case assessment, discovery, and motion practice.
• Participate in oral arguments, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Manage cases to ensure timely filings and compliance with procedural rules.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in public law litigation.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collegial environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong case-management skills.
• Effective communication and client interaction abilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.

Company info

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