Job Description

Whether you're a newly minted JD or a litigator ready to tackle real cases with real impact, this is the opportunity to build your career while standing up for those who serve our communities.

A respected California-based law firm is expanding its Public Entity Defense team in Encino and is seeking Litigation Associates to represent law enforcement, firefighter unions, and other public employees in high-stakes employment and civil litigation.

If you want to get into court, write compelling motions, and work on meaningful cases with guidance, support, and early responsibility, this is your chance to do it all.

What You’ll Do

• Defend public entities and unions in employment-related disputes
• Handle administrative hearings, bench trials, and contested motions
• Draft and argue briefs, motions, and appeals
• Take early ownership of diverse cases with direct client exposure
• Balance both defense and plaintiff-side litigation for a broader skill set

Who You Are

• A California-barred attorney with 0 to 10 years of experience (first-years welcome)
• Eager to gain courtroom experience and sharpen your writing and research skills
• Drawn to public service, law enforcement, or labor and employment law
• Detail-oriented, curious, and comfortable with responsibility
• Open to feedback, mentorship, and professional growth
• Prior paralegal or legal support experience is a plus, especially for newer grads

Why This Role Stands Out

At this firm, junior attorneys are not stuck behind the scenes. You’ll be trusted to do meaningful work early on with access to partners, trial experience, and cases that don’t always settle. You’ll see litigation through from start to finish, and your efforts will directly impact public service professionals across California

The Basics

• Practice Focus: Public Entity Defense, Labor and Employment, Union Representation
• Base Salary: $150,000 to $200,000, depending on experience
• Billable Target: 1,800 hours annually
• Bonuses: Tiered system after hitting 1,800 hours, on-call bonuses, year-end bonuses, and origination bonuses

Perks and Benefits

• 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401(k) with up to 6% firm match
• $50,000 life insurance policy
• Unlimited PTO once billables are met
• 10 sick days and 11 federal holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement, CLE, wellness program, FSA, EAP
• The hybrid work model after trust is established

Real Mentorship, Real Litigation, Real Impact

This is a rare opportunity to start or grow your career surrounded by mission-driven attorneys representing those who serve and protect. If you’re ready to get in the game, not just watch from the sidelines, apply today through Mission Recruiting. This is where real litigation careers begin.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

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