Associate

Company Description Paduano & Weintraub LLP is a boutique full-service litigation firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, focused on delivering high-quality, cost-effective legal representation. The firm emphasizes innovative, creative strategies and seasoned legal advice tailored to each client’s goals. Its practice spans civil litigation and appeals, with strengths in business, financial services, and employment matters, as well as employment counseling and restrictive covenants. The team is dedicated to making the litigation process manageable for clients, whether pursuing quiet resolution, strategic motion practice, or trial advocacy. Role Description The Associate will be a full-time member of the litigation team in a hybrid role based in Los Angeles, CA, with some flexibility to work from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and assisting with discovery, including document review, drafting requests and responses, and preparing witnesses. The Associate will support case strategy development, participate in client communications, and assist with court filings, hearings, and trial preparation. The role involves close collaboration with partners and other team members to deliver thoughtful, effective advocacy that aligns with client objectives. Qualifications Strong legal research and writing abilities, including proficiency in drafting pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs. Experience with civil litigation procedures, including discovery management, motion practice, and trial or hearing preparation. Familiarity with business, financial services, and employment law, including counseling and restrictive covenants, or a demonstrated interest in these areas. Excellent analytical skills, sound legal judgment, and the ability to develop and implement strategic case approaches. Clear, professional communication skills for interacting with clients, courts, and colleagues, both in writing and orally. Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a hybrid environment with a high level of accountability. J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for prompt admission) to the California Bar. Prior law firm litigation experience, clerkship experience, or comparable practice background is strongly preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr