Attorney Litigation & Business Law

Pay: $140000.00 - $250000.00 per year

Why this is a great opportunity

• Join a growing people-first law firm where your voice is heard and your contributions drive real outcomes for clients
• Work on high-impact employer defense compliance and business litigation matters no two days look the same
• Performance bonuses and a competitive compensation package that rewards your experience and results
• Genuine hybrid flexibility we trust you to manage your time and deliver exceptional work
• Be part of a collaborative solutions-driven culture where mentorship and career development are built into the DNA
• Grow your book of business and take on increasing responsibility as the firm expands

Location: Based in Irvine CA with a flexible hybrid schedule enjoy the best of in-office collaboration and the freedom to work remotely when it makes sense.

Note: This role requires an active California Bar license and a minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation employment law and/or business law. Candidates without a current California Bar admission will not be considered.

About us

We are a dynamic problem-solving law firm operating across the Greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas specializing in employer defense employer compliance and transactional legal services. Our mission goes beyond the law we are advocates for our clients in both legal and business matters empowering them to become the best version of themselves. We believe in working hard finding solutions and serving others and we give our team the freedom trust and support to grow personally and professionally while maintaining real work-life harmony. Confidential Employer.

Job description

• Take ownership of litigation matters from initial case assessment through trial arbitration and resolution
• Draft and argue pleadings motions and discovery in employment defense and business litigation cases
• Conduct depositions and appear confidently in court mediation and negotiation proceedings
• Advise employer clients on workplace compliance HR policies and risk mitigation strategies
• Draft review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and business agreements
• Support entity formation corporate governance and transactional matters including M&A
• Partner closely with clients as a trusted legal and business advisor not just their lawyer
• Collaborate with a nimble entrepreneurial team on complex multi-faceted matters

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license (required)
• 2 years of experience in litigation and/or business law (employment defense experience a strong plus)
• Strong legal research writing and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with depositions and courtroom appearances preferred
• Excellent client communication and organizational skills
• Self-starter with a team-oriented mindset and genuine drive to excel
• Experience in in-house counsel or solo practice backgrounds welcome

Why you will love working here

• A firm that treats you like a professional with real autonomy and real trust
• Health dental and vision insurance plus generous PTO
• Performance-based bonuses that recognize your impact
• A leadership team that invests in your long-term career growth
• Meaningful work with employer clients who genuinely need your expertise to thrive
• A culture built on hard work solutions and service not ego

JPC-1242

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: CA bar 2 yrs experience in litigation OR business law

• Nice to haves:

• Preferred Years as Associate: 2

• Additional context: Relocation- yesno. Packages - yesno

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 24 years: $140000 $170000

• 47 years: $170000 $210000

• 7 years / senior: $210000 $250000

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Quick Recruiter Reference

Boutique employer-side law firm in Irvine CA with offices in greater LA and San Diego. Seeks a 2 year attorney to handle employment defense litigation and business/transactional matters. Hybrid schedule strong bonus potential and real growth trajectory in a people-first firm culture.

Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Attorney - Litigation & Business Law (2 Years Experience) - MNK Law - JPC 1242 - Source

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• Client job title: Attorney - Litigation & Business Law (2 Years Experience)

• Location: Irvine CA

• On-site hybrid remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 2

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Employment Defense Attorney Employment Litigation Attorney Labor & Employment Attorney Business Litigation Attorney Commercial Litigation Associate Civil Litigation Attorney Employment Counsel Associate Attorney Employment Law

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: No

• Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Atty lit 2 yrs Irvine 320K pop