Junior Litigation Associate

About the role

Mueller Christensen LLP is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience. The ideal candidate is early in their career and eager for real litigation work, not a paper-shuffling apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to written discovery across civil and probate matters under partner and senior attorney supervision
• Absorb and prepare for depositions, observing and supporting as you develop toward taking them independently
• Research and draft motions, including oppositions, supporting memoranda, and routine law and motion work
• Appear in court on uncontested and routine matters, with a clear path toward more complex appearances as your experience grows
• Assist with case management across active matters, including deadlines, filings, client updates, and file organization
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy, with increasing independence as you demonstrate judgment and capability

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• At least 2 years of civil or probate litigation experience
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple matters without letting anything fall through the cracks
• Hungry to learn, willing to ask questions, and honest about what you do not know yet

Benefits

• Base salary approximately $140,000 annually, depending on experience
• Minimum billable requirement of 1,600 hours annually
• Bonus eligibility under a fixed formula based on hours and performance
• Retirement plan with firm matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• CLE and professional development support
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Hybrid flexibility