Associate

Associate — Consumer Warranty & Lemon Law (Costa Mesa)

  • LocationCosta Mesa, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–7 PQE
  • Compensation$135k–$180k
  • PracticeLitigation

An Am Law 100 firm

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Growing litigation team seeks an associate to handle consumer warranty and lemon-law litigation from our Costa Mesa office. The role focuses on defending manufacturers and service providers in warranty-related disputes in state and federal court.

Day-to-day responsibilities include managing discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions. The position offers a collaborative team environment with opportunities to serve as local or coordinating counsel on larger matters.

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are available. Hybrid work arrangements are indicated.

  • Admitted to practice in California
  • 1–7 years of civil litigation experience, with preference for consumer warranty/ lemon law defense
  • Familiarity with Song-Beverly Act, Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, state lemon laws, UCC, and consumer sales practices statutes
  • Experience drafting/responding to discovery and pleadings, briefing motions, and taking/defending depositions
  • Strong legal writing, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple matters; comfortable working independently and in teams

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