Associate Attorney

COCHRAN DAVIS & ASSOCIATES PC•Torrance, CA

18d•$150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Cochran, Davis & Associates, P.C., founded in 1999, is a boutique litigation firm serving clients across California and internationally. The firm handles complex civil litigation, insurance defense, and insurance coverage matters. It is located in the South Bay and describes its environment as collegial and fast-paced, with an emphasis on intellectual rigor, professionalism, and long-term career development. The firm seeks a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Attorney with 2 to 5 or more years of litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense. The role is suited to an attorney able to take ownership of assignments and an active caseload while exercising sound judgment and developing trial skills through collaboration and mentorship. Associates participate in all phases of litigation, from pre-suit evaluation and strategy through discovery, law and motion, depositions, trial preparation, and court appearances, with responsibility and autonomy increasing based on performance and initiative. Practice areas include employment practices; professional liability involving insurance brokers, real estate brokers, architects, engineers, and legal malpractice; construction defect; trucking and cargo claims; catastrophic personal injury and premises liability; warranty of habitability; product liability; entertainment law and media disputes; and insurance coverage. Flexible work-from-home options are available.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar, or pending admission.
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine desire to grow as a trial lawyer.
2 to 5 or more years of litigation experience.

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience in insurance defense.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
Appear in court for law and motion hearings and case management conferences.
Take and defend depositions, commensurate with experience.
Analyze cases and assist in developing litigation strategy.
Participate in trial preparation and trial.
Attend and assist with mediations, commensurate with experience.
Work directly with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters.

Benefits

401(k) matching.
Performance-based bonus.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and demonstrated ability.
Health insurance.
Paid time off.
Firm-paid gym membership.
Direct mentorship and hands-on litigation experience with experienced trial attorneys.
Early and meaningful responsibility, including court appearances and client interaction.
Exposure to complex, high-value cases and sophisticated legal issues.
Supportive, collegial, and team-oriented culture.
International travel opportunities, including travel to London to meet with clients and participate in continuing education and client-focused programs.
Flexible work-from-home options.