Litigation Associate

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP is seeking a talented and driven mid-level litigation associate to join our growing practice in our Los Angeles or San Diego office. Our litigation team provides practical, business-savvy advocacy, guiding clients through complex business litigation. Our courtroom-tested trial lawyers have successfully handled significant and challenging cases in federal and state courts, arbitration tribunals and administrative bodies nationwide.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in litigation and will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload, providing legal counsel, and representing clients in various legal matters.


This position is open to our Los Angeles, CA office. Please note, Bar admission is required in an attorney's resident and/or affiliated office.


Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to initial pleadings and discovery.
• Navigate and manage all aspects of discovery disputes.
• Conduct and manage all fact and expert discovery, including all aspects of e-discovery strategy and processes.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Manage litigation independently or as a team and exercise excellent judgment and communication skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in all aspects of general commercial litigation.
• Strong analytical abilities, excellent client-relations skills and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Top academic credentials and a JD from an accredited law school.
• Clerkship and prior experience at a nationally recognized law firm is preferred.
• Bar admission is required in an attorney's resident and/or affiliated office.

Kelley Drye offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. Our comprehensive benefits program helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle, achieve financial security, and address your personal and family needs. Programs include health benefits, life insurance and disability income protection, paid parental leave, retirement savings and planning, college coaching, child and elder care offerings, and more. We currently have a hybrid work policy.

The salary range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in Los Angeles if selected for the role. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD/technology) for example. Los Angeles Salary Range: Low: $250,000 - High: $275,000.

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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