Palo Alto - Litigation Mid-Level Associates

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking mid-level associates for its Palo Alto Litigation Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial claims, including contract disputes and fraud cases. Candidates should possess strong litigation skills and be an active member of the California bar. The firm promotes a collaborative environment with a hybrid work model and provides extensive professional development resources. Join a dynamic team dedicated to groundbreaking legal work and make a significant impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Model

Enhanced Mentor Program

Pro Bono Opportunities

Qualifications

• Mid-level associates with general litigation experience.
• Active member of the California bar required.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial claims and litigation.
• Participate in an enhanced mentor program.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Discovery

Brief Writing

Pre-Trial Preparation

Team Collaboration

California Bar Membership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Palo Alto - Litigation Mid-Level Associates

Palo Alto, California

Lateral Associate

Litigation

The Palo Alto Litigation Group is seeking mid-level associates (Class of 2020-2022) with general litigation experience, including discovery, brief writing, and pre-trial preparation activity. Candidate with prior clerking experience is a plus.

Must be an active member of the California bar, ability to work effectively as part of a team across offices and practice areas, and a high level of academic achievement.

The Litigation Group of Skadden has significant experience litigating all types of complex commercial claims, including contract disputes; fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and tortious interference claims; non-compete litigation; merger-related litigation and control disputes; joint venture and partnership disputes; bankruptcy and restructuring-related issues; and statutory claims.

The starting base salary for this Palo Alto position is expected to be between $260,000 - 365,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.

*Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Emily Johnston at [phone].

Skadden will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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