Litigation Associate

2-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Litigation Associate Job at Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA

H1: Join Our Dynamic Litigation Team at Top Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA

H2: Seeking Highly Motivated Litigation Associate with Strong Litigation Experience

The Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our dynamic and growing team. We offer the opportunity to work on high-profile cases in a variety of industries and disciplines, providing the highest quality legal services to our clients worldwide.

Salary Information:

- Base salary for associate positions: $200,000 - $275,000, depending upon class year
- Comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending, and retirement plans

Job Title: Litigation Associate

Experience: 2-6 years of post-law school experience

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Department: Litigation

Summary:

- Founded over 40 years ago as a boutique law firm serving the entertainment and arts communities
- Offices in Los Angeles and New York City
- Leading practices in advertising, blockchain technology, charitable organizations, corporate & finance, entertainment, estate planning, intellectual property, litigation, professional responsibility, technology, and more
- Litigation Group with talented commercial litigators practicing in federal and state courts nationwide
- Los Angeles Litigation Department specializes in the film, television, and video game industries

Primary Job Functions:

- Proactively manage deadlines across multiple clients and matters
- Communicate effectively and timely with clients and colleagues
- Conduct legal research and analysis, explaining complicated concepts in a straightforward manner
- Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and examine witnesses at trial
- Strong writing skills for letters, pleadings, and motions
- Draft strategic discovery requests and responses, review documents efficiently for case analysis and trial preparation
- Comfortable speaking and leading discussions, including with clients
- Attend and participate in practice group meetings and events

Specific Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

- Highly experienced in federal and California civil procedure, familiarity with ADR procedures a plus
- Knowledge of contract claims, business torts, profit participations, and the Talent Agency Act
- Pragmatic, takes pride in work, and exercises excellent judgment

Education and Experience:

- 2-6 years of post-law school experience
- Membership in California Bar
- Strong academic credentials

To Apply:

- Direct applicants may apply by clicking "Apply" below or on the upper right side of this posting
- Submission must include resume, transcript, and cover letter addressed to hiring manager
- Any questions can be emailed to

The above is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements and may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Law Firm is committed to providing a diverse and harassment-free work environment, treating all individuals with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting the most qualified employees and providing equal opportunity for advancement in all aspects of employment. All human resources actions are administered without discrimination based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Medical, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending, retirement plans

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Legal research, communication, time management, litigation strategy, contract law, business torts, civil procedure, ADR procedures, profit participations, Talent Agency Act, pragmatism, judgment, writing, discovery, trial preparation, public speaking, event participation, human resources, diversity, equal opportunity, ADA accommodations

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Direct application through the company's website, submission of resume, transcript, and cover letter addressed to the hiring manager

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, admission to California Bar

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