Full-Time

Associate Attorney

Civil Litigation

Updated on 9/4/2026

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara

201-500 employees

Law firm providing litigation and transactions

Compensation Overview

$135k - $200k/yr

+ Performance-based bonus

Walnut Creek, CA, USA

Hybrid

Remote candidates must reside in Northern California.

JD

Category
Legal (1)

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Requirements
  • At least 2 years of civil litigation experience, preferably handling general liability, construction, personal or catastrophic injury, contracts or business matters, and/or commercial disputes.
  • Current admission to the California State Bar is required.
  • Experience preparing pleadings; propounding and responding to discovery; drafting motions and legal briefs; taking and defending depositions; communicating with clients and opposing counsel; and appearing in court.
  • Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, a client-focused mindset, and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Responsibilities
  • Handle litigation matters from inception to resolution, including wrongful death, premises liability, personal injury, construction, breach of contract and business disputes, and other matters.
  • Handle legal strategy, research, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, arguing motions in court, attending mediations, and participating in trial.
  • Work with individuals, businesses, and organizations as clients.
  • Collaborate closely with team members and receive mentorship from experienced partners.
Desired Qualifications
  • Arbitration and trial experience.
  • Experience supervising law clerks and junior associates.
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara

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Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is a full-service law firm providing transaction and litigation services to businesses and individuals across California, Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado. When a client has a legal issue, the firm analyzes it, offers strategies, and handles drafting, negotiations, or court litigation, covering a wide range of practice areas. The firm differentiates itself with a balanced team of aggressive litigators and experienced transactional attorneys and holds AV-rated status, indicating high professional quality and ethics. Its goal is to deliver ethical, thoughtful, and tactful solutions that help clients achieve their business, financial, and personal goals.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Newport Beach, California

Founded

1997

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 blog posts show repeated defense wins in school-construction, dental-malpractice, and wrongful-death matters.
  • Super Lawyers 2026 and 2027 recognitions support recruiting and client credibility.
  • Active speaking slots at CLM, AJA, and West Coast Casualty signal strong market visibility.

What critics are saying

  • Defense-heavy revenues depend on winning volatile jury cases, not recurring contracts.
  • Construction, personal injury, and family disputes invite fee pressure and insurer pushback within 2026.
  • Partner-brand concentration around Bremer and Whyte creates succession risk if rainmakers leave.

What makes Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara unique

  • Six-office Western footprint spans California, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, and Texas.
  • 2026 Best Law Firms ranked BWB&O Tier 1 in Orange County construction, family, personal injury.
  • Keith Bremer, Nicole Whyte, and John Toohey anchor a visible trial-and-speaker bench.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Company News

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
Aug 25th, 2026
Jocelyn Russo honored by San Diego Business Journal.

Jocelyn Russo honored by San Diego Business Journal. Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is proud to congratulate San Diego Partner Jocelyn Russo, CFLS, on being named a 2026 Women of Influence in Law Honoree by the San Diego Business Journal for the second consecutive year. Jocelyn is known for guiding clients through complex family law matters with a thoughtful, strategic, and compassionate approach, while remaining focused on protecting what matters most to them. This recognition celebrates her continued leadership, excellence, and impact on the legal profession, and she is honored to be among the 50 women selected this year. Jocelyn and her team are currently accepting new family law clients and referrals. To learn more or schedule a consultation, please contact its San Diego office at 619-356-2308 or its North County office at 760-856-8535.

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
May 21st, 2026
BWB&O attends the West Coast Casualty Construction Defect conference.

BWB&O attends the West Coast Casualty Construction Defect conference. BWB&O had a great time hosting clients, colleagues, and friends during its annual West Coast Casualty happy hour held at Splitsville in Downtown Disney. Thank you to its co-sponsors, Gartner + Bloom, MC Consultants, Inc., Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, and Lexitas, for your partnership! It was a fantastic evening of networking, conversation, and connection alongside the 2026 West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar. A special thank you to Unison Duo for the live music and great atmosphere!

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
Apr 27th, 2026
Nicole Whyte to speak at the Consulegis Annual Conference in Sofia!

Nicole Whyte to speak at the Consulegis Annual Conference in Sofia! Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is proud to announce that Founding Partner Nicole Whyte will participate in a panel discussion at the Consulegis Annual Conference & AGM, taking place May 14-16, 2026, in Sofia, Bulgaria. Topic: Financial Dimension of Divorce, Prenups, Postnups, and Family Related Arrangements in International Divorce Date & Time: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 10:00-11:00 AM Panel: Nicole Whyte (BWB&O), Kalina Koleva (Consulegis Hosts: Dimitrov & Partners), Fiona Marcandonatos (Fiona Marcandonatos Incorporated), Julian Cockain-Barère (Morvilliers Sentenac) Moderator: Abby Westell (Rayden Solicitors) This session will focus on the financial dimension of divorce, prenups, postnups, and related family arrangements. The discussion should remain practical and comparative, and explore the legal and financial issues that arise around disclosure, financial transparency, valuation, income structures, fairness, and the treatment of assets in family-related contexts.

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
Nov 6th, 2025
BWB&O Recognized Among 2026 Best Law Firms(R) in the United States

BWB&O recognized among 2026 Best Law Firms(R) in the United States. Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms(R) in the United States, receiving national and regional rankings across multiple practice areas for the sixth consecutive year. The Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes client feedback, peer review, and professional achievement, spotlighting the very best in the most competitive legal market in the world - only 3.8% of law firms nationwide. BWB&O is committed to providing ethical, creative, and tactful SOLUTIONS to the highest standard and is honored to be recognized by its peers and clients alike. These rankings reflect the dedication, expertise, and client-focused service that define its firm.

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
Nov 6th, 2023
BWB&O is Recognized in the 2024 Edition of Best Law Firms®!

BWB&O is recognized in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®!