Entry Level Litigation Associate

Bowman and Brooke

. Handle day-to-day case development for the Warranty Defense team .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $175,000 - $182,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation and warranty defense, with strong capabilities in case development, trial preparation, and strategic litigation planning. Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills, along with a commitment to detail and teamwork.

Highest-signal resume keywords

JD From An Accredited Law SchoolActive California Bar AdmissionCivil Litigation ExperienceWarranty Defense ExperienceStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Case DevelopmentDiscovery ManagementMotions WritingTrial PreparationLitigation Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationAttention To DetailMultitasking AbilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

California Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Civil LitigationWarranty DefenseState ProceduresFederal ProceduresLitigation Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle day-to-day case development for the Warranty Defense team
Handle depositions
Engage directly with clients
Collaborate with technical experts
Manage discovery
Write and argue motions
Work with partners through trial
Support partners with strategic litigation planning, trial preparation, and execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an accredited law school
Active California Bar admission or successful passage of the California Bar Exam, with formal admission pending
Newly licensed attorneys, including those receiving California Bar Exam results this fall
Understanding of current state and federal procedures
Prior litigation experience as a law clerk or in another relevant role is preferred
Experience in warranty defense is preferred
Civil litigation experience is highly desired
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Desire to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Firm-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer profit-sharing contributions
Paid parental leave
Bonus programs
Mentorship opportunities
Professional development and growth opportunities
Hands-on trial experience
Combination of work-from-home and in-office days