Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP • Walnut Creek, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Litigation Associate to join their award-winning team. This role offers immediate hands-on experience handling a variety of litigation matters including wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, and more. The associate will manage all aspects of cases from inception to resolution, including legal strategy, research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, arguing motions in court, attending mediations, and trial. The position involves working with a diverse range of clients and offers a platform for professional growth through collaboration and mentorship from experienced partners.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in civil litigation in a law firm environment.
• Skilled in conducting legal research.
• Skilled in drafting pleadings and motions.
• Skilled in propounding and responding to discovery.
• Skilled in interfacing directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.
• Client-focused mindset.
• Passion for achieving successful outcomes.
• Desire and/or ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Nice To Haves

• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Experience arguing motions.
• Experience attending mediations.
• Trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation matters including wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes.
• Develop legal strategy for cases.
• Conduct legal research.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery processes.
• Argue motions in court.
• Attend mediations.
• Participate in trials.
• Interface directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Work collaboratively with team members.
• Manage a caseload independently.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus plan (paid quarterly)
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Unlimited Time Off program
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level