Associate Litigation Attorney

Job description

Why Weston Herzog? At Weston Herzog LLP , every team member plays a critical role from day one. Unlike firms where associates spend years solely handling research assignments, Weston Herzog provides immediate hands-on litigation experience and direct involvement in meaningful cases. Mentored directly by Jonathon Herzog, this is an opportunity to accelerate your litigation career while working alongside a highly respected insurance defense team handling complex and high-exposure matters. Job Overview: Weston Herzog LLP is seeking experienced, litigation-focused Associate Attorneys who thrive in a fast-paced defense environment and are confident managing active litigation caseloads. The ideal candidate will have strong experience litigating cases from inception through resolution, including conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting motions, attending hearings, and managing client communications. This role is best suited for attorneys who are comfortable meeting billable hour expectations and independently handling litigation responsibilities with minimal supervision. Transferable experience may include: Personal injury defense Premises liability defense Auto defense litigation Workers’ compensation defense Insurance defense litigation Key Responsibilities: Litigation & Case Management Manage all phases of litigation from initial case assessment through resolution Conduct written discovery and review opposing counsel discovery responses Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, meet-and-confer correspondence, and other litigation documents Take and defend depositions, including plaintiffs, witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives Conduct legal research and prepare written case analyses Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, hearings, and trial Attend court appearances and communicate developments to clients Collaborate with partners and legal staff to ensure effective case strategy and management Client Communication & Reporting Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients Provide timely updates regarding litigation strategy, discovery, and case developments Maintain organized and accurate case files and billing records Billing & Time Expectations Maintain a minimum of 150 billable hours per month Target annual billable requirement of 1,800+ hours Accurately record and submit billable time daily Effectively manage workload and deadlines in a high-volume litigation environment Minimum Experience and Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school Active membership in the California State Bar Strong litigation experience in insurance defense or related defense litigation Experience conducting discovery and handling depositions Experience defending depositions preferred Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Ability to independently manage litigation files and deadlines Strong time management and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) Preferred Experience: Experience in personal injury defense, premises liability, auto defense, or workers’ compensation defense Trial preparation and courtroom experience Familiarity with Clio, iManage and/or Forms Workflow software is a plus Employment Details: Hybrid schedule: 2 remote days per week / 3 in-office days Collaborative, litigation-focused team environment Opportunity for significant hands-on litigation experience and career growth Compensation and Benefits: Salary range: $150,000 – $180,000 annually Signing bonus up to $15,000 100% employer-paid health insurance (Blue Shield PPO) Employer-paid vision insurance Life insurance Long-term disability insurance Employer-funded profit-sharing plan Paid time off Retirement benefits Weston Herzog is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), disability (mental and physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable laws. Empowering People, Elevating Businesses At Humanity HR, we believe that when people thrive, businesses soar. As your full-service HR partner, we provide flexible and scalable HR solutions tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're a startup or an established company, our goal is simple: to help you create a workplace where your employees are engaged, productive, and loyal.