Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking an attorney with at least 1 year of litigation experience to join their Hermosa Beach office. The role involves handling a wide range of civil litigation matters, including business/commercial litigation, professional liability, and employment, while providing opportunities for significant responsibility and direct client interaction. Responsibilities This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues effectively This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions Skills 1+ years of experience in civil litigation This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance Ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues effectively Some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions Admission to the state bar of California required Experience litigating in some or all of the areas of business/commercial litigation, professional liability, premises liability, employment, and/or directors & officers defense Experience with both state and federal courts Benefits Flexible hybrid schedule Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates Competitive compensation and several bonus programs 401(k) plan with employer contribution Robust benefits package, including, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program Company Overview O'Hagan Meyer is a law firm that provides litigation and advisory services. It was founded in 1893, and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship O'Hagan Meyer has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.