Associate, Disputes

White & Case LLP; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

White & Case LLP is seeking an entry-level associate to develop foundational legal skills within the White Collar Practice. You will support senior lawyers with routine tasks, conduct legal research, and draft materials to assist with matters.

This role emphasizes learning and developing litigation/dispute resolution abilities while contributing to day-to-day operations and case preparation under supervision.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years post qualification experience in law.
• Strong research and drafting skills to support matters.
• Good communication skills with clients and team.
• Ability to work under supervision and follow guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research on issues, law, and statutes for case preparation.
• Drafts basic legal documents under senior lawyers’ guidance.
• Organizes and maintains case files for quick access.
• Assists with discovery by reviewing documents and preparing materials.
• Attends hearings and depositions to observe and assist.
• Communicates with clients to gather information and respond to inquiries.
• Performs administrative tasks like scheduling and filing.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Client communication

Case management

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Word

Job description

Our White Collar Practice specializes in defending and advising clients on a wide range of corporate crime and regulatory enforcement matters. We provide specialized legal services related to fraud, bribery, corruption, insider trading, money laundering and other financial crimes. Our team conducts internal investigations, manages responses to government inquiries and navigates complex regulatory landscapes. We also represent clients in criminal prosecutions, enforcement actions and associated civil litigation. By leveraging our extensive legal expertise and strategic insights into regulatory trends, our White Collar Practice helps clients mitigate risks, handle crises effectively, and safeguard their reputation and business interests.

Roles at this level will be developing foundational legal skills and support senior lawyers with relatively straightforward legal tasks. Their role involves conducting legal research and drafting materials to support matters. Their primary focus is on learning and developing essential litigation / dispute resolution skills while contributing to the overall matter resolution and day-to-day operations of the team.

The roles and responsibilities of this job include:

• Conducts research on legal issues, applicable law, and statutes to support case preparation and strategy
• Drafts basic legal documents, including pleadings, motions and discovery requests under the guidance of more senior lawyers
• Organizes and maintains case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and readily accessible
• Assists with the discovery process by reviewing documents, managing evidence and preparing discovery materials
• Attends hearings and depositions to observe and assist senior lawyers, taking detailed notes during proceedings
• Handles basic day-to-day communication with clients to gather information and respond to inquiries
• Handles administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and filing documents
• No supervisory responsibility
• Works under supervision
• Legal qualification
• Foundational experience in law, typically with 0 - 2 years of practice post qualification
• Strong research, drafting and analytical skills to support on legal matters
• Experience handling legal tasks of some complexity
• Good communication skills

This role reports to

Partner

Equal Opportunities

White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact [e-mail].

Benefits at White & Case

White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.