Commercial Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Litigation Attorney for its Torrance, CA office. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of commercial litigation experience and an active license to practice law in Illinois and/or California. This role involves working with a team to manage civil court litigation and business-related disputes.

Duties

• Manage litigation and dispute-resolution matters for clients.
• Conduct and defend depositions across the United States.
• Prepare and sign pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Argue contested, dispositive, and discovery motions.
• Conduct witness interviews and gather client materials.
• Conduct research and draft legal memoranda.
• Assist with trials, arbitrations, and evidentiary hearings.
• Respond to clients in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with attorneys, legal assistants, and staff.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in Illinois and/or California.
• 2-5 years of commercial litigation experience at a law firm.
• Federal and state court experience.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Illinois and/or California.

Skills

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Associate Mentoring Program.
• Hybrid, flexible schedule.
• Generous PTO policy.
• Remote work stipend for technology, home office, and incidentals.
• Premium medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter benefits.
• Complimentary Identity Protection Coverage.
• Complimentary membership to onsite fitness center (Chicago).
• Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan and access to a personal financial advisor.
• Optional Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, and Pet Insurance.

This firm's three offices are located in Los Angeles and Chicago; each office provides a team-oriented workplace that recognizes all contributions client service. The full-service firm assists businesses with virtually every aspect of their operations, including real estate, immigration, employment, intellectual property, and litigation matters.