Law Enforcement Liability Associate – Civil Litigation

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Law Enforcement Liability Associate handling civil litigation defense cases for a well-established firm. Collaborating with senior litigators on high-impact public entity defense cases.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $125,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle civil litigation matters involving law enforcement liability and public entity defense
Manage cases through all stages of litigation , including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
Conduct and defend depositions
Draft and argue motions and legal briefs
Evaluate claims and develop defense litigation strategies
Manage and respond to written discovery
Maintain regular and strategic communication with clients throughout litigation
Ensure timely reporting and compliance with client case management requirements
Collaborate closely with senior litigators and trial attorneys on complex matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Active California State Bar membership in good standing
2–5+ years of civil litigation experience (flexible range considered)
Defense-side litigation experience required (plaintiff-only backgrounds not considered)
Experience with: Depositions, Motion practice, Discovery management, Courtroom advocacy
Strong written and verbal advocacy skills
Ability to manage deadlines and multiple litigation matters

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) retirement plan
Additional benefits including pet insurance
Structured professional development programs and ongoing legal training
Opportunity to gain hands-on trial experience and litigation strategy exposure
Hybrid work flexibility across multiple California offices

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil litigationlaw enforcement liabilitypublic entity defensediscovery managementmotion practicetrial preparationdepositionslegal briefsdefense litigation strategiescourtroom advocacy

Soft Skills

strong written advocacy skillsstrong verbal advocacy skillsability to manage deadlinesability to manage multiple litigation mattersstrategic communication

Certifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)California State Bar membership