Associate Attorney (Government Claims) - Personal Injury

BD&J•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$120,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, with over $2 billion recovered for our clients. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Government Claims Attorney to join our litigation team. This is a full-time, onsite position and an exciting opportunity for an attorney who thrives in high-volume, fast-paced environments and is experienced in handling claims involving public entities. The ideal candidate will manage cases involving premises liability and motor vehicle accidents where the at-fault party is a government agency or public entity, such as a city, county, or school district. This includes overseeing pre-litigation claims through the California Government Claims Act and pursuing litigation when appropriate.

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in California
2+ years of experience in personal injury law, with emphasis on government claims involving auto accidents and/or premises liability
Deep knowledge of the California Government Claims Act and relevant filing deadlines
Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills
Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage deadlines and high caseload volume
Familiarity with government immunities, dangerous condition doctrines, and claim denial procedures

Responsibilities

Prepare and file administrative government claims in compliance with the California Government Claims Act
Handle personal injury cases involving public entities (e.g., city buses, government vehicles, unsafe sidewalks, or premises)
Manage case progression from claim filing through litigation and resolution
Draft complaints, pleadings, discovery, and settlement demands
Evaluate government liability, analyze relevant immunities, and determine legal strategies
Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and participate in mediations
Work closely with internal case managers, paralegals, and other legal team members