Litigation Associate - Healthcare

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is actively seeking a Litigation Associate to support its premier healthcare practice. This role offers a dynamic environment for attorneys with a strong litigation background who are looking to work on high-impact cases involving healthcare clients. Prior healthcare industry experience is welcome but not required. The role is ideal for driven legal professionals seeking to expand their litigation career within a highly respected legal team.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent healthcare sector clients in complex litigation matters

• Draft and edit legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda

• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis

• Support preparation for trials, hearings, and depositions

• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on litigation strategy and case management

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to healthcare litigation

Requirements:

• 2+ years of litigation experience (3–5 years preferred)

• Admission to the state bar in CA

• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing, analysis, and oral advocacy

• Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines

• Healthcare litigation or regulatory experience is a plus but not mandatory

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic performance required

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the respective jurisdiction (CA)

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and drafting abilities

• Clear and persuasive written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management systems

Benefits:

• Compensation determined by experience, job location, internal equity, and market benchmarks

• Exposure to a nationally respected healthcare litigation team

• Structured support for professional growth and advancement