Associate, Litigation

Position Summary Our Commercial Litigation Practice specializes in representing clients in high-stakes business disputes across a wide range of industries. We provide expert legal services in areas such as contract disputes, class actions, business torts, shareholder and partnership disputes, antitrust litigation, and intellectual property litigation. Our team handles all phases of litigation, from pre‑litigation counseling and strategic planning to trial and appellate proceedings. By leveraging our deep legal expertise, global reach and strategic insights, we help clients navigate complex legal challenges, protect their business interests, and achieve favorable outcomes through both court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution methods. Position Summary: We are currently looking for associates with 2‑5 years of Commercial Litigation experience to join our Los Angeles office. For successful candidates we expect excellent academic credentials, strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills, and excellent oral communication & advocacy. Candidates should demonstrate the analytical rigor to grasp the legal intricacies of complex, cross‑border disputes, the competitive spirit needed to thrive in adversarial matters, and an enthusiasm for the challenge of constructing legal arguments. A collaborative mindset balanced by independence of thought and action—to proactively anticipate colleagues’ and clients’ needs, and develop original solutions—will allow you to contribute to the team’s and client’s success. As an associate, you will be given responsibility for a wide range of important tasks for our firm’s clients. Responsibilities Responsibilities vary from matter to matter, but generally we seek a lead associate from day one who is committed to continually improving their skill set. The ideal candidate will research and draft briefs, pleadings, and analyses; develop and execute successful discovery strategies; and play an important role in communications with clients, depositions, expert witness preparation, and court hearings and trials. Duties and Accountabilities Develop strategy for matters ranging from complex commercial litigation, class actions, business‑tort litigation, arbitration‑related litigation, and regulatory investigations. Advise clients, including multinational companies, public and private companies, funds, firms, partnerships and individuals in all types of litigation across a broad variety of industries. Draft briefs, pleadings, memoranda, correspondence, examination outlines, and other documents for matters. Play a key role in document and deposition discovery, trial preparation, and trial. Conduct legal research. Participate in and conduct witness interviews, client meetings, and negotiations. Analyze evidence to develop facts and strategy. Communicate with clients (via telephone, E‑mail and in‑person). Provide direct assistance to partners and senior lawyers on matters arising in the course of day‑to‑day provision of legal services to leading clients. Supervise junior lawyers and support staff. Qualifications 2‑5 years of litigation/law firm experience, with a focus on civil litigation. Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker. Excellent writing and research skills. Outstanding communication skills. Commercial and business awareness. Keen eye for detail with an ability to see the bigger picture. Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure, including when juggling multiple projects with tight deadlines. Strong professional presence. Client‑service focus. Team player. Strong judgment. Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative and a self‑starter. Fluency in English. Admitted to the bar and in good standing. Location & Reporting This role is based in Los Angeles, with potential for international travel. It reports to Partner Bryan Merryman. Equal Opportunity Employment White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Benefits White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. Los Angeles Pay Range: $310,000 – $390,000. Salary range in other markets will vary. #J-18808-Ljbffr White & Case LLP