Disputes, Commercial Litigation Associate, Mid-Level

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is seeking mid-level associates to join its Litigation practice in our Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of post-law school experience handling complex commercial litigation matters preferably in a large law firm judicial clerkship or a comparable legal environment. The associate will work on all phases of litigation including managing written and document discovery drafting pleadings and conducting legal research to support case strategy. This position offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility while working closely with partners and clients on high-stakes disputes.

Candidates should be intellectually curious driven and committed to professional growth and excellence in client service. Strong research writing analytical and interpersonal skills are essential as are excellent academic credentials. Candidates should have experience with motion practice discovery depositions and case management and be comfortable working directly with partners and clients on sophisticated matters. Successful candidates will possess strategic judgment a strong work ethic leadership potential and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team-oriented environment while taking on increasing levels of responsibility. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus but not required. Qualified candidates must be admitted to the California Bar.

The expected base salary range for this role is $310000 to $390000 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidates qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation which may include annual performance bonuses and discretionary in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm subject to applicable plan terms and conditions which currently include medical dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off. Additional benefits may include relocation. Please review this link for more information regarding employee benefits in the United States.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

To apply please complete the online application attaching a resume cover letter and law school transcript addressed to: Ross Cummings Legal Senior Recruitment Coordinator Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP 4 Embarcadero Center Suite 3500 San Francisco CA 94111.

All search firm submissions should be sent to Attn: Ross Cummings Legal Senior Recruitment Coordinator Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP 4 Embarcadero Center Suite 3500 San Francisco CA94111.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status genetic information protected Veteran status or other factors protected by law.

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