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Law and Motion Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

... Law and Motion Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

Law and Motion Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

... Law and Motion Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

... Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and Appeals Team - the ... Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive ...

... Associate for its ever-growing practice. Responsibilities: * In conjunction with more senior ... Make Court appearances for case management/status, settlement and pretrial conferences as well as ...

... Associate for its ever-growing practice. Responsibilities: * In conjunction with more senior ... Make Court appearances for case management/status, settlement and pretrial conferences as well as ...

Associate Attorney

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$80K - $135K/yr

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Bellingham, WA ( 98225 ) Responsibilities: • Provides legal representation ... pretrial negotiations with assigned prosecutors. • Conducts bench trials and jury trials. • ...

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How much do pretrial associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for pretrial associate in the United States is $138,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $165,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a pretrial associate?

To become a pretrial associate, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field. Relevant skills include strong communication, organizational abilities, and knowledge of legal procedures; some positions may require a law enforcement or legal background, and on-the-job training is common. Certification is not usually mandatory but can enhance job prospects.

What is a pretrial associate?

A pretrial associate is a legal professional who assists attorneys in preparing for criminal or civil trials. Their responsibilities often include conducting research, reviewing case files, and helping with case strategy, typically requiring knowledge of legal procedures and documentation. They work in law firms, courts, or legal departments to support the pretrial process.
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Law and Motion Associate

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Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Salary range: $130K - $185K
Location: Los Angeles, CA, Costa Mesa, CA, San Francisco, CA
About this role

We are looking for a Law and Motion Associate with 2+ years of experience to join Manning Kass's Law and Motion and Appeals Team — the backbone of the firm that provides written advocacy across all 35 practice areas. This is an opportunity for a skilled legal writer who wants to sharpen their substantive law expertise while supporting high-impact litigation strategies for a growing national defense firm.

What will you be doing?

  • Drafting pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related, discovery, and dispositive motions across multiple practice areas
  • Preparing trial documents including motions in limine, trial briefs, pocket briefs, and jury instructions
  • Conducting legal research and providing strategic recommendations to litigation attorneys on complex legal issues
  • Drafting post-trial motions, including motions for new trial and motions for attorney's fees
  • Opportunity to handle appellate cases and conduct appellate arguments alongside experienced appellate practitioners

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active California State Bar membership in good standing
  • At least 2 years of legal experience with strong law and motion or legal writing background
  • Exceptional research and writing abilities with strong analytical skills — writing sample required
  • Knowledge of substantive law across litigation practice areas (premises liability, complex litigation, governmental entity, etc.)
  • Ability to meet billable hour requirement of 1,920 hours per year
Role responsibilities
• Draft pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related motions, discovery motions, and dispositive motions.
• Draft trial motions and assist with preparing trial documents, including motions in limine, trial briefs, pocket briefs, and jury instructions and verdicts.
• Drafting post-trial motions, including motions for new trial and motions for attorney’s fees.
• Opportunity to handle appellate cases and conduct appellate arguments.
• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations to clients and litigation attorneys on complex legal issues.
• Analyze and assess litigation and appellate strategies.