Litigation Associate (Mid-Level) - Los Angeles

Commercial Litigation Associate

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Experience: 3–5 Years
Compensation: $235,000–$365,000/year + Excellent Benefits

Direct Counsel represents a leading Am Law 100 firm seeking a talented Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate to join its sophisticated Commercial Litigation Practice in Los Angeles.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex business disputes for a diverse range of clients, including national and multinational companies and leading professional services organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis.
• Manage traditional and electronic discovery.
• Assist with or take and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in court proceedings before state and federal courts.
• Develop litigation strategies and work directly with clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups and offices on complex commercial disputes.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience at a mid-size or large law firm preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with pleadings, briefs, discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Active California Bar membership and good standing required.
• Federal clerkship experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $235,000–$365,000 annual salary, depending on experience, location, and other job-related factors.
• Potential discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA and flexible spending account options.
• 401(k).
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, cancer, disability, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs may be available.

Join a nationally recognized litigation practice and gain exposure to sophisticated commercial disputes with leading clients across a variety of industries.