Entry Level Litigation Associate Attorneys

Bowman and Brooke•San Jose, CA

8d•$175,000 - $182,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Bowman and Brooke LLP is hiring an Entry Level Litigation Associate Attorney for its Warranty Defense team. The role is suitable for newly licensed attorneys, including candidates awaiting California Bar Exam results and formal admission. It may be based in the firm's California offices in Torrance (Los Angeles), San Diego, San Jose, or Costa Mesa (Orange County). The associate will handle day-to-day case development, including depositions, direct client engagement, collaboration with technical experts, discovery management, and writing and arguing motions. The associate will work with partners through trial and support strategic litigation planning, trial preparation, and execution. The firm describes its environment as collaborative and offers mentorship, professional development, and hands-on litigation experience. The position is hybrid, combining work-from-home and in-office days.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Active California Bar admission or successful passage of the California Bar Exam, with formal admission pending.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
Desire to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior litigation experience as a law clerk or in another relevant role.
Experience in warranty defense; civil litigation experience is also highly desired.
Understanding of current state and federal procedures.

Responsibilities

Develop cases and handle day-to-day litigation matters.
Handle depositions.
Engage directly with clients.
Collaborate with technical experts.
Manage discovery.
Write and argue motions.
Work with partners through trial.
Support partners with strategic litigation planning, trial preparation, and execution.