Nelson Mullins
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As an AmLaw 100 firm, this is a unique opportunity to join an expanding practice in a growing office.
Overview
Nelson Mullins law firm is seeking talented and driven Associate Attorneys with 3-6 years of experience to join our growing litigation team in San Diego. This is an exciting opportunity for lawyers who have developed a strong foundation in California civil litigation and have prior experience defending manufacturers, distributors, dealerships or other corporate clients in matters arising under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (California Lemon Law). As an AmLaw 100 firm, this is a unique opportunity to join an expanding practice in a growing office. We are looking for local candidates that can sit in our San Diego office but are also open to candidates from the greater Los Angeles area that can sit in our Downtown LA and Torrance offices.
A Day in the Life
As a member of our nationally recognized litigation practice, you will work alongside skilled trial lawyers representing sophisticated clients in high exposure matters while enjoying the collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and national platform of an AmLaw firm.
What You'll Do• Handle all phases of litigation in state and federal courts.• Manage cases under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and related consumer litigation matters.• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions.• Conduct written discovery, take and defend depositions, and manage e-discovery.• Prepare witnesses and corporate representatives for deposition and trial.• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and strategic case evaluations.• Collaborate with attorneys across Nelson Mullins' national litigation platform.
Expected Salary Range: $185,000-$255,000
Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and market factors.
In addition, Nelson Mullins offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time and firm holidays
Professional development and CLE support
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Bonus opportunities based on performance
We Know You
J.D. from an accredited Law School
Active member of the California State Bar
3-6 years of civil litigation experience
Experience defending claims under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act strongly preferred
Defense-side experience representing manufacturers, automotive companies, dealerships, insurers and other corporate clients.
Deposition experience and strong motion-writing skills
Trial preparation experience required; courtroom and trial experience preferred.
Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills, and written and oral advocacy abilities
Ability to manage matters independently while working effectively within a team environment
Who We Are
Nelson Mullins offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where attorneys work closely with colleagues across the firm's national platform. Attorneys benefit from meaningful client interaction, professional development opportunities, and a culture that emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and exceptional client service.
With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.
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