Entry Level California Litigation Associate

Bowman and Brooke•Costa Mesa, CA

8d•$175,000 - $182,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Bowman and Brooke LLP is hiring an entry-level Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Warranty Defense team. The role is suitable for newly licensed attorneys, including candidates who have passed the California Bar Exam and are awaiting formal admission. The position may be based in the firm’s Torrance (Los Angeles), San Diego, San Jose, or Costa Mesa (Orange County) office and is hybrid, combining work-from-home and in-office days. The associate will handle day-to-day case development, including depositions, 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 offers mentorship, professional development, and hands-on litigation experience, with growth opportunities along the path to partnership.

Requirements

JD 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 is preferred.
Experience in warranty defense is preferred; civil litigation experience is highly desired.
Understanding of current state and federal procedures.

Responsibilities

Handle day-to-day case development.
Take and 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.