Defense Attorney (1 - 3 yr)

Defense Attorney (1 - 3 yr) Career Consulting Partners is partnered with one of the Southwest's premier civil litigation defense firms. We are looking for motivated 1–3-year attorneys seeking immediate hands-on litigation experience. If you are stuck doing document review or research briefs at a large firm and want to start appearing in court, taking depositions, and learning how to actually try cases, this opportunity offers the ideal launchpad.

We provide a structured mentorship framework paired with real responsibility from day one. Some of those matters include General/Professional Liability, Employment, Real Estate, and construction litigation.

Responsibilities

Handle court appearances, attend mediations, and assist with case management. Draft pleadings, discovery demands/responses, and substantive motions (summary judgment, demurrer). Learn the deposition process by taking and defending witness depositions with partner coaching. Assist in trial preparation, including exhibit lists, witness prep, and second-chairing trials.

Communicate directly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

1–3 years of legal practice (litigation experience preferred; strong judicial clerkship or mock trial background considered). Active license in good standing with the California State Bar. Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Eagerness to step into the courtroom and build career litigator skills. J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

Compensation

& Benefits Compensation range: $120,000 - $170,000 Plus Billable hour bonuses, referral bonuses, and year-end discretionary bonuses. 401(k) matching, HSA, cell reimbursement, state bar dues, CLE allowance, and full health/dental/vision coverage. Get deposition and courtroom reps years ahead of your peers at traditional big law firms.

Hybrid schedule options, realistic billable expectations, and discretionary bonus structures. Location: Pasadena, CA True hybrid flexibility (1–2 days in office or fully remote options depending on location/experience). Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent.

Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward.