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Complex Litigation Attorney – San Diego

Put your career into high gear by joining Klinedinst’s growing and dynamic legal team. Klinedinst is seeking an attorney with 3+ years of experience in general litigation (GL), business litigation, employment, and/or complex civil litigation to join our team in downtown San Diego, with the opportunity to handle matters throughout the state.  

Candidates must be an active member of the State Bar of California with strong academic credentials and experience practicing before state and federal courts and in arbitration. The ideal candidate must possess strong writing and research skills and the ability to independently handle cases and analyze complex issues.  Candidates should also have experience in (and prepared to hit the ground running in) structuring discovery plans, taking and defending depositions, managing document-intensive cases, drafting dispositive motions, and preparing for trial. Solid work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as being a team player with a passion for advocacy, are critical to success in this position.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • California licensed with 3+ years of experience
  • Strong academic background and the ambition to create an extraordinary career
  • Experience in business, IP, and/or professional liability litigation is preferred
  • Solid work ethic and a passion for advocacy
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Pay range: $130,000-175,000 per year (depends on experience).
  • Team player

THE KLINEDINST ENVIRONMENT IS WHERE YOU’LL FIND:

  • Supportive team-based law firm, with excellent support staff
  • Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
  • Opportunities to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction
  • Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm
  • Merit-based compensation

Put your career into high gear by joining Klinedinst’s legal team. Klinedinst PC is consistently recognized by Best Lawyers, Martindale, Super Lawyers, and other awards for its talented team of legal professionals. Plus, we are expanding our footprint across the West. We seek candidates who have a strong desire to build their own practice on a diversified, multi-state platform.  Hit the ground running and gain solid experience handling construction, employment; and general liability litigation with some of the most respected attorneys in the field. Pay ranges are provided in compliance with SB1162, California’s pay transparency law; actual pay may vary based on a variety of factors, educations, applicable experiences, etc. 

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Benefits of a Career at Klinedinst

At Klinedinst, we believe in a fun, yet professional and friendly culture with focus on both the individual and the team. Members of the Klinedinst team have proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage, and a variety of other software packages. In addition, we have a competitive salary and benefit package, including:

  • Multiple Medical and Dental Insurance Options
    • Health Savings Account with employer contribution for those who elect an eligible medical plan
  • Employer sponsored Life Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Employer sponsored Long Term Disability Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (125 Cafeteria Plan)
  • 401(k) Plan with discretionary employer match
  • Vision Reimbursement Plan*
  • Employer paid parking or transportation reimbursement*
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Advocate
  • Training and career development including MCLE, membership dues for professional associations and approved seminar related expenses
  • Mobile phone reimbursement*
  • Discounts on a variety of merchandise from Dell Computers and services from AT&T wireless.
  • Employer sponsored social events
  • Pet Insurance
  • AFLAC
  • Wellness program
  • Referral program
  • Parental Leave

* Benefit levels may be capped and/or based on our internal policy and employee classification

Due to the high volume of applications, only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. Recruiters and other third parties need not apply.

KLINEDINST PC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. KLINEDINST PC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about our E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.