Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is actively seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of handling litigation matters, including taking and defending depositions and arguing motions. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) retirement plan, contributions to health and dental plans, subsidized gym membership, and disability coverage.

Duties:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Argue motions in court and participate in hearings.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams throughout the litigation process.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on litigation matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 4-6 years of litigation experience.
• Proven experience taking and defending depositions and arguing motions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent litigation and courtroom skills.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions to health and dental plans.
• Subsidized gym membership.
• Disability coverage.

Although this Los Angeles-based firm boasts a fairly solid full-service practice, its high-profile entertainment department has brought the firm celebrity status and established it as one of the nations premier entertainment law firms. The firm has an entrepreneurial and aggressive feel to it, yet candidates often remark how wonderfully balanced its attorneys lives appear to be. While associates work hard, people are friendly and seem to genuinely enjoy spending time together outside of work. The pay is decent though slightly lower than the top firms (reputedly a trade-off for lower billable hour requirements); nevertheless, the firm consistently manages to attract some of the best talent in the United States.