Litigation Attorney - Associate

Experienced Defense Litigation Attorney

Associate • Senior Associate • Partner

Big Firm Cases. Small Firm Culture.

At Lynberg & Watkins, we're not just hiring attorneys, we're building a team.

Whether you're an experienced associate ready for the next step or a partner looking for a collaborative, long-term home, we'd love to talk.

For more than 50 years, we've built a reputation for excellence in civil litigation. What truly sets us apart, however, is our culture. We believe the best attorneys grow through mentorship, collaboration, meaningful responsibility, and working alongside people who genuinely enjoy practicing law together.

Why Lynberg & Watkins?

• Big firm work, small firm culture—sophisticated litigation without the bureaucracy.
• Mentorship that matters—our partners are accessible, invested, and committed to helping attorneys grow.
• Meaningful responsibility—direct client contact, courtroom experience, and ownership of your cases.
• A collaborative team—we succeed together, share ideas freely, and support one another.
• A long-term career—whether you're building toward partnership or bringing an established practice, we're invested in your success.

What You'll Work On

Our practice includes:

• Insurance Defense
• Personal Injury
• Premises Liability
• Products Liability
• Transportation Litigation
• Habitability
• Complex Civil Litigation

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in attorneys who are:

• Experienced litigators with an active California Bar license
• Collaborative, client-focused, and strategic
• Committed to exceptional legal work
• Looking for a firm where they can continue to grow and make an impact

Whether you bring five years of experience or twenty, we're looking for attorneys who value teamwork, mentorship, and building long-term relationships.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of $130k-200k/annual plus benefits package.

• Retirement plans.

• Bonus programs.

• Student loan assistance.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Mentoring with senior associates and partner level attorneys.

• 3-to-1 attorney to secretary ratio.

• Paid office parking or Transit Pass.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your cover letter, resume, writing example, and a list of references to: [email protected] with the subject line "Litigation Associate Application - OC"

Join a team dedicated to excellence in client service and professional growth. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career with Lynberg & Watkins, APC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Litigation: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Orange, CA 92868 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Orange, CA 92868 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person