Associate Litigation Attorney

Exciting Opportunity for a Warranty Defense Associate Attorney – Join Our California Team!

Work with a national law firm that values you for your contributions!  

Bowman and Brooke LLP is a nationally recognized litigation firm focused on defending high-stakes product liability and complex litigation matters. With over 200 attorneys across 17 offices nationwide, we are known for our deep bench of trial lawyers and a proven track record of successfully defending Global 500 and internationally based companies, in high-exposure and technically intricate lawsuits in multiple jurisdictions. Our practice spans a wide range of industries, including automotive, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and medical devices.

We are courtroom-driven, client-focused, and committed to legal excellence. Bowman and Brooke has earned top national rankings from Chambers USA, The Legal 500 and Law360, and has been repeatedly recognized as a leader in product liability defense. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages professional development, mentorship, and hands-on trial experience. In 2025, the firm hit the major milestone of surpassing 1,000 trials.

What you will do - 

We have an opportunity for an Associate Litigation Attorney with litigation experience who is interested in joining our Warranty Defense team in our San Jose or Costa Mesa locations!  

You’ll be a vital member of our team, with hands-on responsibility for day-to-day case development—including handling depositions, engaging directly with clients, collaborating with technical experts, managing critical discovery tasks, writing and arguing motions, managing critical discovery tasks, and working with partners through trial. You’ll also play a key role in supporting partners on strategic litigation planning, all the way through trial preparation and execution.

This is a hybrid position, with flexibility to work remotely. If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career in a dynamic and supportive environment—we’d love to hear from you!

Basic Qualifications:

• JD from accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission
• 1+ years of litigation experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in warranty defense preferred
• Understanding of current state and federal procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Desire to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment

Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including everything you’d expect -- medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm paid life insurance and short and long-term disability; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions, paid parental leave, bonus programs and more.  Our office is passionate about our clients and each other, seeking opportunities for achieving a high level of success while also having fun. We also offer a variety of mentorship and growth opportunities along your path to partnership.  This position is hybrid and offers work from home and in-office workdays.

Salary for this position is $175,000 - $200,000+ depending on experience.

Visit us on the web to learn more about our firm: www.bowmanandbrooke.com