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Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

$260k - $290k
Full-time

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA

Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a leading Am Law firm in either Los Angeles or San Francisco.

Our client is seeking a 3rd–4th year associate attorney with strong experience in complex business litigation matters in both state and federal courts . This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated litigator who thrives in a sophisticated, fast-paced, and collaborative practice.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including:

  • Managing written discovery and complex document discovery
  • Researching and drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Preparing fact and expert witnesses for testimony
  • Appearing at status conferences and court hearings
  • Arguing motions in state and federal court
  • Assisting with trial strategy and trial preparation
  • Participating in settlement conferences and negotiations
  • Working directly with partners and clients on case strategy and execution
Qualifications
  • Strong experience in complex commercial/business litigation
  • Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
  • Experience in both California state and federal courts
  • Deposition and motion practice experience required
  • Trial preparation and settlement experience preferred
  • Strong academic credentials required
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active membership and good standing with the California Bar
Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be:

  • A persuasive legal writer and strong oral advocate
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Comfortable with significant client and partner interaction
  • Collaborative, proactive, and intellectually curious
  • Able to manage multiple deadlines in a busy litigation environment
  • Interested in long-term growth within a sophisticated litigation platform
Compensation

Base salary range: $260,000 – $290,000 , depending on class year, experience, and overall qualifications.

This role also offers a highly competitive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement benefits, and additional firm-sponsored wellness and family support programs.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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