Litigation Counsel

Job Overview
A dynamic in-house litigation group supporting a diverse portfolio of businesses across the food, beverage, agriculture, and consumer goods industries is seeking a Litigation Counsel with 3–6 years of experience. This role involves handling a broad range of complex litigation matters, including commercial, regulatory, and employment disputes, from inception to resolution. The position offers a hybrid schedule and the unique opportunity to act as a strategic legal advisor within a collaborative, business-oriented environment—without billable hour pressures or client development demands.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Manage and litigate commercial, regulatory, and employment matters independently or with minimal supervision

• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Conduct witness interviews, investigations, depositions, and mediations

• First or second chair trials and arbitrations

• Provide legal counseling to operating companies on a variety of matters, including tort, contract, IP, regulatory compliance, and labor/employment

• Advise internal clients on legal risks, rights, obligations, and strategic solutions

• Collaborate across departments and legal functions in a fast-paced, in-house setting

Requirements

• 3–6 years of litigation experience, preferably from a top-tier U.S. law firm

• Experience managing matters from pleadings through resolution

• Strong judgment and ability to work with minimal oversight

• Familiarity with regulatory and commercial legal issues preferred

Education

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

Certifications

• Member in good standing of the California State Bar

Skills

• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills

• Strong verbal communication and advocacy skills

• Ability to think creatively and provide practical legal advice

• Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient

• Fluent Spanish is a plus

• Comfortable operating in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Paid time off and hybrid work flexibility

• Virtual mental health support and 24/7 physician consultations

• Career advancement through internal mobility programs

• Leadership training and mentorship opportunities

• Life coaching and wellness incentives (e.g., fitness reimbursements, healthy habit rewards)

• Access to on-demand fitness and learning platforms

• Charitable giving program and volunteer opportunities

• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

This California-based captive litigation law firm has expertise in employment, consumer protection, intellectual property, and trademark, among other legal issues. It protects well-known brands nationwide.