Senior Litigation Associate

Senior Litigation Associate

Office Locations

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

Inland Empire

San Francisco

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning | Kass is seeking a Senior-level Litigation Attorney to join one of our California offices with at least 4+ years of experience in General Civil Litigation. This role offers the chance to thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment while benefiting from industry recognition and top-tier mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, assess, and execute litigation strategies through all stages of litigation.
• Conduct examinations under oath (EUO), take depositions, propound and respond to written discovery.
• Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in complex litigation matters.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, offering detailed liability and damage analyses.
• Represent clients in litigation proceedings, such as hearings, motions, depositions, and mediations.
• Lead a team of Associates, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants.
• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• 4+ years of civil litigation experience, with the ability to handle litigation matters from inception through trial with minimal supervision.
• Experience formulating and developing case strategy, advising clients on risk mitigation and case resolution options.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations.
• Manage and supervise junior associates and staff members and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $140,000 - $190,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a competitive salary and an exciting bonus program to reward outstanding performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.