California-Barred Associate Attorney, Automotive Consumer Warranty Defense

Full Time

Our client, a boutique law firm representing major automotive manufacturers in California consumer
warranty and related litigation matters, is seeking a California-barred Associate Attorney with up to six
years of experience to join its growing team. Ideal candidates will have strong legal writing and
technology skills, including experience drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery-related
documents. This role offers the opportunity to immediately contribute to active litigation matters
involving sophisticated clients and complex legal issues arising under California’s consumer
protection and warranty laws.

The firm offers a competitive base salary, reasonable billable-hour requirements, a collaborative
and energetic culture, and significant earning potential through individual and firmwide bonus
programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in complex civil litigation matters, with a focus on defending automotive
manufacturers in California consumer warranty actions
• Support all phases of discovery and motion practice in state and federal courts
• Draft substantive motions, pleadings, legal responses, and discovery documents
• Contribute to appellate briefs and oral argument preparation
• Support case strategy development through investigations and legal research
• Collaborate with internal teams, co-counsel, and litigation support professionals to execute
strategic plans
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other
stakeholders
• Provide timely updates and guidance to partners and clients

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the State of California
• Up to six years of civil litigation experience, including newly admitted attorneys
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively
• Strong technology skills and the ability to learn new legal technology platforms
• Prior California consumer warranty litigation experience is preferred but not required; strong
civil litigation candidates from other practice areas will be considered

Location: Remote, west coast preferred

Compensation: $160K–$250K base salary, plus individual and group performance bonuses and benefits.

To apply, email resume to: David A. Netzer, Executive Recruiter David@LSCNetwork.com