Associate Attorney

Shegerian & Associates

. Own cases from inception through trial .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in California employment law and trial preparation, with strong abilities in drafting legal documents, case strategy, and courtroom advocacy. Proven experience in managing a caseload and participating in various dispute resolution processes.

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Active California Bar MemberEmployment Law BackgroundTrial Preparation ExperienceDrafting Legal DocumentsCase Strategy Contribution

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Hard Skills

Drafting PleadingsDiscoveryMotionsTrial BriefsTaking DepositionsDefending DepositionsCourt AppearancesTrial PreparationMediation ParticipationSettlement Negotiation

Soft Skills

Communication with ClientsMentorship ParticipationConfidence in ArgumentationPrecision in WritingCourtroom Presence

Certifications & Qualifications

California Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

California Employment LawTrial ExperienceCase Law ContributionCourtroom AdvocacyJury Persuasion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own cases from inception through trial
Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial briefs
Take and defend depositions
Appear in court for hearings and motion practice
Communicate directly with clients
Contribute to case strategy
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations
Prepare for trial and gain second chair experience
Contribute to emerging California employment case law
Participate in one-on-one mentorship and regular workshops covering deposition technique, trial strategy, courtroom presence, and jury persuasion
Work on cases that set California precedent

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active California Bar member
Employment law background preferred
Ability to write and argue with precision and confidence
Ability to own a caseload
Genuine interest in courtroom work
Trial or substantial trial-prep experience is a strong plus, not a dealbreaker

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary of $145,000–$170,000 commensurate with experience
Settlement commissions up to 6.5% per case
Merit-based path to advancement with real shareholder opportunities
Bar dues covered
MCLEs covered
Referral bonuses
Firm-sponsored social and networking events
Hybrid workplace
Firm pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision
Firm pays 100% of all Silver-level medical plans
Firm contributes approximately 10% toward retirement (3% Safe Harbor + 7% Profit Sharing)
$500 annual FSA contribution
Accrual of 80 hours of PTO
Additional 40 hours of PTO on 3rd anniversary
Sick pay
Birthday off as a fully paid day