Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate — Broad-Based Commercial Litigation About the Firm Well-established AmLaw firm with a national platform and a broad-based commercial litigation practice in its Los Angeles office. The LA litigation team is tight-knit and collegial, with associates working directly with multiple partners and collaborating with colleagues firmwide. The group's docket spans general commercial and civil litigation, trade secrets, white-collar and internal investigations, private securities disputes, employment and non-compete matters, and business and probate disputes — plus a growing book of emerging-technology work, including AI- and crypto-related matters. Associates earn real responsibility early and get exposure to an unusually wide range of work. About the Role This is a junior litigation seat built for breadth. Rather than slotting into a single niche, the associate will handle a wide variety of commercial and civil litigation matters, drawing work from several partners and practice types. It's an ideal fit for a litigator who wants to build a versatile foundation, including written discovery, motion practice, briefing, and all phases of litigation and arbitration, while working closely with senior attorneys on a national platform. The role carries an 1,800 billable-hour target, and the team values attorneys who are proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn multiple sides of the practice. The firm is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including attorneys at smaller firms looking to step up to a national platform, not just traditional BigLaw résumés. Responsibilities Handle a broad mix of commercial and civil litigation matters across multiple partners and practice areas. Draft, propound, and respond to written discovery. Conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and other filings. Support all phases of litigation and arbitration, from pre-filing strategy through trial. Gain exposure to trade secrets, white-collar and investigations, securities, employment/non-compete, and business disputes, as well as emerging AI and crypto matters. Collaborate with attorneys across the firm's offices. Qualifications 2–4 years of civil litigation experience Strong legal research and brief-writing skills A general commercial/civil litigation background (no specialized substantive experience required) Judicial clerkship experience viewed very favorably Strong academic credentials Admitted to practice in California (or awaiting/eligible for admission) Required Skills General civil litigation experience, including written discovery and briefing Preferred Skills Judicial clerkship Exposure to trade secrets, white-collar/investigations, securities, or business disputes A self-starter who thrives in a smaller, collaborative team and is comfortable working across offices Pay range and compensation package Competitive compensation ($235,000 to $310,000 base salary, commensurate with experience, plus bonuses). 1,800 billable-hour target. Full benefits package. HYBRID — Los Angeles, CA (approximately two days per week in office) Equal Opportunity Statement The firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr