Mid-Level Litigation Attorney

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP•Newport Beach, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Litigation Associate to join their award-winning team. This is a mid-sized law firm recognized for its sixth consecutive year as a Best Law Firm® by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Lawyers®. As an integral member of the litigation team, the attorney will handle a variety of litigation matters involving wrongful death, catastrophic injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, tort claims, and more. The role involves managing cases from inception to resolution, including legal strategy, research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, arguing motions in court, attending mediations, and trial. The attorney will work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations. This role offers an excellent platform for professional growth, with opportunities to collaborate closely with team members and be mentored by experienced partners.

Requirements

Current admission to the California State Bar.
3+ years of civil litigation experience.
At least one year of experience defending tort claims.
Experienced in preparing pleadings, propounding and responding to discovery, drafting motions and legal briefs, taking and defending depositions, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and appearing in court.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in arguing motions, as well as attending mediations and arbitrations.
Trial experience.
Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.
Client-focused mindset.
Passion for achieving successful outcomes.
Desire and/or ability to manage a caseload independently, while also working collaboratively with team members.
Remote candidates must reside in Southern California (Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and Riverside Counties).

Responsibilities

Manage a variety of litigation matters involving wrongful death, catastrophic injury, construction, breach of contract/business disputes, tort claims, and more.
Manage every aspect of cases from inception to resolution.
Develop legal strategy.
Conduct legal research.
Draft pleadings and motions.
Manage discovery.
Argue motions in court.
Attend mediations.
Participate in trials.
Work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Collaborate closely with team members.
Receive mentorship from experienced partners.