Litigation Associate at Pernini Legal, LLC

Litigation Associate
Location: San Diego, CA

Our client, a top-tier AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate to join their growing team in San Diego. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to be part of an expanding practice that offers litigation services to a diverse group of national and international clients.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Bar Admission in California (required).
• At least 4 years of substantive litigation experience, including products liability and/or breach of warranty matters, ideally in a mid-size or large law firm.
• Experience in drafting and arguing discovery and other motions, taking and defending depositions, managing document productions, and handling complex case management.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills and a desire to learn how to try cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in litigation matters involving products liability, consumer protection, and breach of warranty.
• Handle cases for manufacturers across various industries, including automotive, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and industrial machinery.
• Take the lead on drafting pleadings, discovery (including e-discovery), and motions; manage depositions and document productions.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of attorneys to develop case strategies and represent clients in state and federal courts.
• Represent manufacturers nationwide in single-plaintiff claims and mass action litigation.

Why Join? In accordance with the salary transparency requirements of the Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the compensation range for this role, when based in the state of California, is $185,000 to $225,000, depending on experience. The firm emphasizes professional growth, case management responsibility, and offers mentorship in trial preparation. In addition to a collegial work environment, the firm provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and more

Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.