Product Liability Associate Attorney – Junior to Midlevel

PRODUCT LIABILITY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations: California (San Diego, Los Angeles) or Washington (Seattle)

Our client, a highly regarded AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Attorney to join its nationally ranked Product Liability Practice Group in one of its offices located in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Seattle.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar membership in either California or Washington state.
• 2+ years of substantive litigation experience.
• Federal clerkship experience is preferred.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent national and international manufacturers in high-stakes litigation involving flagship consumer brands and aviation products.
• Provide legal services on critical, company-defining matters in the product liability and mass torts space.
• Collaborate with a team of more than 70 attorneys across multiple offices on complex legal matters.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and preparing for trial.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a nationally-recognized practice group that serves as a leader in product liability and mass torts representation. Associates will gain experience working with prestigious clients on sophisticated, high-stakes cases while being part of a collaborative and inclusive team. The firm, deemed one of Fortune’s Best Places to Work, is committed to fostering professional growth through mentorship and training, while offering a supportive workplace environment that values diversity and innovation.

The firm provides a competitive compensation package, with salaries ranging from $235,000 to $365,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Associates are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and the comprehensive suite of benefits includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, family care benefits, a 401(k) plan and additional perks.

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school transcript.