Junior Litigation Associate

Junior Associate Attorney – Business Litigation & Intellectual Property

Location: Newport Beach, California

Schedule: Full-time, in-office

Experience: 1–3 years of post-admission legal experience

About Berstein Law

Berstein Law is a Newport Beach firm focused on business and intellectual property law. We represent businesses and individuals in complex disputes and provide practical counsel on protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights. Our work includes business and contract litigation, fraud and related business torts, trade secret disputes, trademark and copyright matters, and trademark prosecution and enforcement.

We are a small, collaborative firm where associates work closely with experienced attorneys, take meaningful responsibility, and have direct involvement in active matters.

The Role

Berstein Law is seeking a junior associate to work primarily on business and intellectual property litigation. The associate will participate in matters from case assessment and discovery through motion practice, hearings, depositions, trial preparation, and resolution.

The role also includes intellectual property work, particularly trademark prosecution and enforcement, and may involve copyright and trade secret matters. The associate will conduct legal research, draft and revise pleadings, motions, discovery, contracts, and client communications; analyze documents and discovery; and assist with client meetings, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.

This is a full-time, in-office position in Newport Beach requiring regular collaboration with attorneys and staff. The associate will communicate with clients under appropriate supervision, coordinate with opposing counsel and court personnel, and help manage deadlines and case responsibilities.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California at the time of application. Applicants awaiting bar results or admission are not eligible.

At least one year of post-admission legal practice; one to three years of experience is preferred.

Civil litigation experience is strongly preferred, including experience with legal research, drafting, discovery, or case preparation.

Interest or experience in business litigation, intellectual property litigation, trademark prosecution, or trademark enforcement.

Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.

Ability to produce clear, accurate, and well-organized legal work while managing multiple assignments and deadlines.

Professional communication skills and sound judgment in dealing with clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Integrity, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in an in-office setting.

How to Apply

Please apply through Indeed and include a resume and cover letter describing your litigation experience and interest in business and intellectual property law. A writing sample may be requested.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $82,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person