Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A top-tier international law firm is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate to join its Los Angeles office. This opportunity is designed for attorneys with 3–5 years of experience who are looking to grow their practice in complex commercial litigation and white-collar matters. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials, solid courtroom and writing skills, and a commitment to professional excellence within a high-performance, collaborative environment.

Location

• Los Angeles, California

Duties

• Represent clients in a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial disputes and white-collar investigations

• Draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda in federal and state courts

• Conduct legal research and provide strategic litigation guidance

• Take and defend depositions, assist in witness preparation, and attend court hearings

• Participate in discovery planning, document review, and trial preparation

• Collaborate with senior attorneys, clients, and internal teams to manage case strategy

Requirements

• 3–5 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm or government setting

• Background in complex commercial litigation and/or white-collar criminal defense preferred

• Judicial clerkship experience encouraged

• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and communicate effectively with clients and teams

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited, top-tier law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications

• Active member of the California State Bar (required)

Skills

• Superior legal research and writing skills

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication

• Ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize tasks

• Proven ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation (see class-based breakdown below)

• Merit-based performance bonuses

• Comprehensive benefits including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement plan options

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Wellness initiatives eligible for billable hour credit

  • Generous paid time off

  • Mentorship and career development programs

Ranked as a Vault Law 100 international law firm, attorneys at this firm win by understanding their client's business, investing in their success, and by putting their interest ahead of their own. Associates boast working with brilliant attorneys, who are easy to work with, as well as having the opportunity for exciting, substantive legal work. The firm partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. The attorneys at this firm bring their personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for their clients and the people they serve. Associate remark the firm is invested in their career destination and want to see the associates' career blossom. There is an opportunity to really grow, and the partners at the firm mentor associates and really care. The happiness factor is one of the firm's top priorities. As one associate put it, the firm is energized and it is an exciting place to be. The firms boasts a tightly-woven network of legal thought leaders who marry their passion for business with a deep, focused understanding of the law. Through their pro bono legal services, volunteer services, and charitable giving, lawyers at this firm are committed to giving back. This firm has been nationally ranked in 33 practice areas by US News.