Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Ascendion; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Commercial Litigation to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of commercial litigation experience, thrive in a collaborative environment, and be trusted to manage their own caseload from the outset. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex disputes and engage directly with clients, fostering a strong professional development pathway.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Licensed in California with at least 5 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong drafting, argument, and deposition skills.
• Comfortable managing a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Argue motions and take depositions from day one.
• Manage a caseload independently and work closely with partners.
• Interact directly with sophisticated clients.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Trial preparation

Client interaction

Drafting skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

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Senior Recruiting Manager @ Ascendion, Inc. | 5x President's Club

5+ Years of Experience | Sophisticated Work with Room to Lead

I'm working with a well-respected firm in Los Angeles that’s seeking to add a sharp commercial litigator to its growing team. If you have at least 5 years of solid commercial litigation experience and you're looking to take on more meaningful work with greater autonomy, this is the kind of opportunity that doesn’t come around often.

This firm handles a broad range of complex disputes—contract, partnership, real estate, fraud, IP, and business torts—often with millions on the line. You’ll work alongside trial-tested attorneys who know how to fight smart, but also know when to find the business solution.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

You won’t be stuck behind the scenes. You’ll argue motions, take and defend depositions, run with strategy, and interact directly with sophisticated clients from day one. This is the kind of place where strong attorneys thrive because they’re trusted, not micromanaged.

The Right Fit:

• Licensed in California with at least 5 years of commercial litigation experience
• Comfortable managing a caseload independently and working closely with partners when needed
• Strong drafting, argument, and deposition skills
• Business-minded and confident in front of clients and courts alike
• Trial experience is a plus, but not required—growth into that role is encouraged

Firm Culture:

This is a collaborative, driven team with zero tolerance for politics or posturing. The partners are accessible, and they invest in mentorship. Billing targets are reasonable, the work is interesting, and results—not face time—drive recognition.

If you're based in L.A. (or open to relocating) and you're ready for more responsibility, more autonomy, and more meaningful work—let’s talk. I’m happy to share details confidentially.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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