Business Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Business Litigation Associate with 1-4 years of experience to join its team in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will have a background in general commercial litigation and be eager to manage a high-volume caseload in a dynamic environment.

Duties

• Collaborate with the business litigation team on complex commercial litigation and trials.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Engage in pre-trial motion practice and depositions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Requirements

• 1-4 years of experience in general commercial litigation.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Bar admission in California.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Recently opened through a merger with an established litigation firm, this firm's Los Angeles office enjoys a very solid reputation among both plaintiffs and defendants in an array of business fields, including entertainment, insurance, medicine, finance, and government contracting. Attorneys bill 2000+ hours/year, but enthusiastically discuss the firm's small, intimate environment and the interaction it affords. The firm generally prefers to hire laterals.