Our client is seeking an associate with at least two years of business and commercial experience to join its Litigation group's Business and Commercial subgroup in Los Angeles or San Francisco. The work spans complex disputes from initial strategy through resolution, with substantial opportunities for legal writing, discovery, witness preparation, and collaboration with clients and litigation teams.
The Work
- Help manage complex litigation, arbitration, investigations, and dispute-resolution matters from inception through resolution, analyzing factual and legal issues and contributing to case strategy.
- Research legal and procedural issues, assess litigation risks and opportunities, and develop practical recommendations to support client decisions.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, witness outlines, correspondence, and other litigation work product.
- Coordinate discovery, including document review, production, privilege analysis, and e-discovery activities, while working with clients and internal teams.
- Conduct or defend depositions and witness interviews, as appropriate to experience, and assist with fact investigations and preparation of witnesses, experts, and clients.
- Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, court appearances, and settlement negotiations, working with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
What You Bring
- At least two years of relevant business and commercial experience; the position is intended for an associate with approximately 2–4 years of experience.
- Juris Doctor degree and admission to the California Bar.
- Experience with California state court matters.
- Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills, including the ability to prepare clear and well-reasoned litigation documents.
- Sound professional and business judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently with clients, lawyers, business professionals, experts, and opposing counsel.
- A federal court clerkship and directly applicable experience at an AmLaw 100 firm are preferred.
Why Consider It
The role offers exposure to complex disputes through multiple stages, with substantive work in strategy, drafting, discovery, witness preparation, and proceedings calibrated to experience.
Associates can collaborate across practices and offices and take part in ongoing professional development.
A hybrid arrangement may be available, with terms set at hiring and subject to change.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annual hiring range is $225,000–$390,000, depending on qualifications; benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.