**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is looking for a Complex Litigation and Product Liability Managing Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join our Litigation Business Unit in any of our US office locations. This is a regular full-time position for a non-partner attorney with a passion for complex disputes and a strong background in product liability. We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual with exceptional interpersonal and writing skills, who can work independently and as part of a team. In this role, you will handle a diverse range of complex disputes across multiple industries, including commercial, intellectual property, energy, and mass tort lawsuits. Our clients expect us to be ready to litigate these matters, and we are looking for someone who is ready to take on significant responsibilities and work directly with clients.
Responsibilities:
- Handle complex disputes across diverse industries
- Work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Manage complex cases and conduct and defend depositions
- Make court appearances at key hearings and handle mediations
- Engage in other tasks typically managed by associates
Qualifications:
- 4-6 years of complex litigation and product liability experience
- Highly motivated, dynamic, and creative individual with exceptional interpersonal skills
- Strong team-oriented mindset
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent legal research abilities
- Superb writing and oral communication skills
- Membership in the State Bar of the desired office location is strongly preferred
Why Join Orrick?
- We prioritize collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding
- We facilitate connections with peers and mentors to ensure seamless integration into our client teams
- Outstanding training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities
- Passionate about engaging in innovative work within a dynamic environment
How to Apply:
- Apply online at
- Include a resume, . transcript, and cover letter
Compensation and Benefits:
- Expected salary range of $310,000 - $390,000
- Comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package
- Annual discretionary merit bonus based on Firm and individual performance
- Elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurances
- Robust mental well-being benefits
- Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Health savings account (w/applicable medical plan)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance
- 401K program
- Flexible Time Off program
- Generous Parental leave benefits
- Paid holidays
Orrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
In summary, the Complex Litigation and Product Liability Managing Associate position at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers:
- Opportunity to join an innovative Litigation Business Unit in any of our US office locations
- Regular full-time position for a non-partner attorney with 4-6 years of experience
- Passionate and experienced associate with strong background in complex litigation and product liability
- Responsibilities include handling complex disputes across diverse industries, working independently and collaboratively, managing complex cases, and engaging directly with clients
- Ideal candidate will be highly motivated, creative, and possess exceptional interpersonal and writing skills
- Strong team-oriented mindset and excellent academic credentials required
- Comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including elective health benefits, mental well-being benefits, parental leave, and more
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Equal Opportunity Employer, with consideration for qualified applicants with criminal histories
