Junior Litigation Associate

MUELLER CHRISTENSEN LLP

$140K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active California Bar membership in good standing
  • At least 2 years of civil or probate litigation experience
  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Well-organized and able to manage multiple matters effectively
  • Eager to learn and transparent about knowledge gaps

Responsibilities

  • Draft discovery documents and prepare for depositions
  • Argue routine motions in a courtroom setting
  • Work closely with partners on various cases
  • Gain hands-on experience rather than role-specific tasks
  • Develop litigation skills quickly through immersive work

Benefits

  • Retirement plan with firm matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • CLE and professional development support
  • Paid time off and firm holidays
  • Hybrid work flexibility
Full Job Description
Description

Junior Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience, someone early in their career who is hungry for real litigation work, not a paper-shuffling apprenticeship.

At a boutique firm, you will not spend your first two years reviewing documents in a windowless room. You will be in the work, drafting discovery, preparing for depositions, arguing routine motions, and building the skills that take years to develop at larger firms. You will also be seen. Partners will know your name because they will be working directly alongside you.

We are not looking for someone who already knows everything. We are looking for someone with strong fundamentals, a serious work ethic, and the instinct to figure out what they do not know yet.

If you are ready to start practicing law, keep reading.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary: approximately $140,000 annually, depending on experience
  • Minimum billable requirement: 1,600 hours annually
  • Bonus eligibility under a fixed formula based on hours and performance
  • Retirement plan with firm matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • CLE and professional development support
  • Paid time off and firm holidays
  • Hybrid flexibility


Responsibilities

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Qualifications
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• At least 2 years of civil or probate litigation experience
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple matters without letting anything fall through the cracks
• Hungry to learn, willing to ask questions, and honest about what you do not know yet

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