Attorney - Litigation & Business Law

Pay: $140,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why this is a great opportunity

• Join a growing, people-first law firm where your voice is heard and your contributions drive real outcomes for clients
• Work on high-impact employer defense, compliance, and business litigation matters — no two days look the same
• Performance bonuses and a competitive compensation package that rewards your experience and results
• Genuine hybrid flexibility — we trust you to manage your time and deliver exceptional work
• Be part of a collaborative, solutions-driven culture where mentorship and career development are built into the DNA
• Grow your book of business and take on increasing responsibility as the firm expands

Location: Based in Irvine, CA with a flexible hybrid schedule — enjoy the best of in-office collaboration and the freedom to work remotely when it makes sense.

Note: This role requires an active California Bar license and a minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation, employment law, and/or business law. Candidates without a current California Bar admission will not be considered.

About us

We are a dynamic, problem-solving law firm operating across the Greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas, specializing in employer defense, employer compliance, and transactional legal services. Our mission goes beyond the law — we are advocates for our clients in both legal and business matters, empowering them to become the best version of themselves. We believe in working hard, finding solutions, and serving others — and we give our team the freedom, trust, and support to grow personally and professionally while maintaining real work-life harmony. Confidential Employer.

Job description

• Take ownership of litigation matters from initial case assessment through trial, arbitration, and resolution
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and discovery in employment defense and business litigation cases
• Conduct depositions and appear confidently in court, mediation, and negotiation proceedings
• Advise employer clients on workplace compliance, HR policies, and risk mitigation strategies
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and business agreements
• Support entity formation, corporate governance, and transactional matters including M&A
• Partner closely with clients as a trusted legal and business advisor — not just their lawyer
• Collaborate with a nimble, entrepreneurial team on complex, multi-faceted matters

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license (required)
• 2+ years of experience in litigation and/or business law (employment defense experience a strong plus)
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with depositions and courtroom appearances preferred
• Excellent client communication and organizational skills
• Self-starter with a team-oriented mindset and genuine drive to excel
• Experience in in-house counsel or solo practice backgrounds welcome

Why you will love working here

• A firm that treats you like a professional — with real autonomy and real trust
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plus generous PTO
• Performance-based bonuses that recognize your impact
• A leadership team that invests in your long-term career growth
• Meaningful work with employer clients who genuinely need your expertise to thrive
• A culture built on hard work, solutions, and service — not ego

JPC-1242

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: CA bar, 2+ yrs experience in litigation OR business law

• Nice to haves:

• Preferred Years as Associate: 2+

• Additional context: Relocation- [yesno]. Packages - [yesno]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 2–4 years: $140,000 – $170,000

• 4–7 years: $170,000 – $210,000

• 7+ years / senior: $210,000 – $250,000

Submission Email: Name / Jalal -

jalal@mnklawyers.com

mohammad@mnklawyers.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Boutique employer-side law firm in Irvine, CA with offices in greater LA and San Diego. Seeks a 2+ year attorney to handle employment defense litigation and business/transactional matters. Hybrid schedule, strong bonus potential, and real growth trajectory in a people-first firm culture.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Attorney - Litigation & Business Law (2+ Years Experience) - MNK Law - JPC 1242 - Source

*New Job Order Alert*

• Client job title: Attorney - Litigation & Business Law (2+ Years Experience)

• Location: Irvine, CA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 2

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Employment Defense Attorney, Employment Litigation Attorney, Labor & Employment Attorney, Business Litigation Attorney, Commercial Litigation Associate, Civil Litigation Attorney, Employment Counsel, Associate Attorney – Employment Law

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: No

• Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Atty, lit, 2+ yrs, Irvine, 320K pop