Litigation Associate Attorney

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Role Description<br></strong>We are seeking a <u>Litigation Attorney</u> to join our Los Angeles, California office. Our dynamic Litigation Practice Groups is known for their comprehensive approach to managing a wide range of complex defense litigation involving personal injury, wrongful death, premises, products liability and transportation.  </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The ideal candidate will have <strong>3+ years of litigation experience</strong>. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys and clients on the defense of personal injury litigation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This position is hybrid in our <a href="https://www.tresslerllp.com/offices/"><strong>Los Angeles, California</strong></a> office in El Segundo.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Defend clients in civil litigation matters involving personal injury, property damage, construction, transportation, and product liability claims in state and federal courts.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Draft pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, mediations, and binding arbitration proceedings both remotely and in person.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Communicate directly with clients, claim adjusters, experts, and witnesses to provide case updates and strategic guidance.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective case strategies.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>3+ years</strong> of civil litigation experience in either state or federal court.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Active California bar admission required in good standing.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with trial preparation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Enjoy working collaboratively in a team setting with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong oral advocacy, deposition, case management, and client communication skills.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and litigation teams.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What Sets This Role Apart:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Early case ownership with meaningful client interaction and substantive litigation responsibilities.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Opportunity to work on high-exposure defense litigation matters.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and accessible leadership.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Significant hands-on experience in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitration proceedings.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Clear path for long-term professional growth and advancement within the firm.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Featured benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">401(K) retirement plan with company match</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Firm-paid bar and professional association dues, with CLE support</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Professional development and associate training program</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Paid parental leave</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Paid time off and firm holidays</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Pre-tax commuter benefits</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Interview Process Timeline</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>Application</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>First Interview</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our Director of Recruiting will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30–45-minute interview with the hiring manager(s).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>Second Interview</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Here you’ll meet some of the team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm. You will have the opportunity to tour our office and meet with the entire team in person.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>Offer</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><br>About Life at Tressler</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tressler LLP is an award-winning law firm with ten offices located in six states - California, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Trusted for 40 years, our firm has significant depth and experience in the resolution of disputes through mediation, arbitration, litigation, and trials.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The majority of Tressler attorneys devote their practice to the representation of the insurance industry in coverage analysis and resolution, litigation, underwriting consultation, product development, claims management, and reinsurance. In addition, Tressler attorneys represent clients in commercial litigation, defense litigation, corporate transactions, government law, employment law and litigation, intellectual property, and condominium and common interest community association law. Tressler has been named to the prestigious Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past six years. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary commensurate with experience:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$140,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$170,000 USD</span></div></div></div>