Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic legal team in Los Angeles, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on various litigation matters, gain substantial responsibility in handling cases, and develop lasting professional relationships with clients.

Duties:

• Conduct all phases of litigation, including fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, trial, settlement negotiations, and post-trial activities.
• Draft and review legal documents such as complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Manage the filing and service of pleadings in compliance with court requirements.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and court testimony.
• Collaborate with experts, manage discovery processes, and conduct legal research.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and business partners.
• Organize and manage multiple cases, ensuring deadlines and priorities are addressed effectively.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 6 years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, analysis, oral advocacy, and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with all aspects of discovery, including document review and production.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar, in good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional research and analytical abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and preparing for depositions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Top 25 Best Law Firm in Southern California boasts attorneys who are highly regarded with forward-thinking approaches, enthusiasm for collaborating across disciplines, and their unsurpassed commercial awareness. The firm has an ?emerging issues? program, which allows the firm to pioneer new and novel areas of the law. Associates have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking, high-profile matters for some of the world?s most innovative companies on a day-to-day basis. The firm has had its hand in the growth of global commerce and industry, allowing its associates to obtain truly substantive experience. The firm also require its attorneys to complete a minimum of 25 pro bono hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.