Mid-Level Franchise Litigation Associate

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

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Mid-Level Franchise Litigation Associate

At DLA Piper, we are looking for a mid-level Franchise Litigation Associate to join our Franchise & Distribution practice. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of Franchise and litigation experience, a strong academic background from a well-recognized and respected law school, superior research and writing skills, case management experience, and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in the top Franchise & Distribution practice (as ranked by Chambers USA) on a wide range of matters for clients in a wide variety of industries.

Job Responsibilities:

- Represent clients in a wide variety of industries in franchise and distribution matters
- Handle the full gamut of complex franchising litigation and transactional matters
- Provide advice on termination-related disputes and litigation involving allegations of violations of state disclosure and relationship laws
- Research and analyze legal issues and applicable laws
- Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs and other legal documents
- Manage cases from inception to completion
- Work both independently and as part of a larger team

Requirements:

- JD Degree
- Minimum 3 years of franchise litigation experience in a law firm environment
- State Bar admission in the state you would be practicing or eligible for admission via waiver
- Superior research and writing skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team

Pay:

The pay range for this position, if hired to work in California or Washington is $260,000-$365,000 per year. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience and overall qualifications. Benefits information may be found on the DLA Piper LLP (US) career site.

Application Process:



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General & Essential Job Expectations:

- Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
- Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
- Foster positive work relationships
- Comply with all firm policies and practices
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
- Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned

About Us

At DLA Piper, we are bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart, and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Benefits information may be found on the DLA Piper LLP (US) career site.

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Superior research and writing skills, case management experience

J.D. Degree

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Qualification and Experience J.D. Degree

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