Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation & Civil Defense

Company: Orion Placement
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Pay: $100,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a well-established litigation practice with decades of credibility and staying power Gain exposure across workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, subrogation, and maritime-related matters Work closely with experienced litigators who actively mentor and develop junior attorneys Hands-on litigation role with real responsibility early on Stable, long-term platform with consistent defense-side work Location On-site role based in downtown San Diego , supporting matters across Southern California Note Must be admitted to the California Bar and comfortable handling litigation responsibilities in a defense environment About Our Client Our client is a long-standing California defense law firm with over 60 years of litigation history , representing employers, insurers, and defendants across workers compensation, civil liability, employment-related matters, subrogation, and maritime law. The firm is known for its trial experience, professional reputation, and commitment to developing strong litigators. Job Description Support and manage litigation matters from inception through resolution Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery Take and defend depositions and appear at hearings and conferences Assist with trial preparation and motion practice Work directly with senior attorneys on strategy and case development Communicate with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active admission to the California Bar 0–4 years of litigation experience preferred Experience or exposure to workers compensation, civil liability, employment defense, or subrogation is a plus Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines Why Youll Love Working Here Broad-based litigation training instead of a narrow silo Direct access to experienced trial attorneys Professional, no-nonsense culture focused on quality work Long-term career stability with room to grow Respected name in the California defense bar JPC-554 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

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