Associate, Disputes

White-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Vacation time

Parental leave

Job summary

White & Case is seeking a junior associate to support a White Collar Practice in Los Angeles. You will conduct legal research, draft basic documents under supervision, organize case files, and assist with discovery while coordinating with senior lawyers.

The role emphasizes learning court procedures, client communications, and day-to-day team operations. The position offers exposure to complex regulatory matters, internal investigations, and litigation support, with supervision by experienced

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of practice post qualification
• Strong research, drafting and analytical skills to support legal matters
• Good communication skills in client and team interactions

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on legal issues, applicable law, and statutes to support case strategy
• Draft basic legal documents (pleadings, motions and discovery requests) under supervision
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring documents are up-to-date
• Assist with discovery by reviewing documents, managing evidence and preparing materials
• Attend hearings and depositions to observe and assist senior lawyers, taking notes
• Handle day-to-day client communications to gather information and respond to inquiries
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and filing documents

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

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 strategyDrafts basic legal documents, including pleadings, motions and discovery requests under the guidance of more senior lawyersOrganizes and maintains case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and readily accessibleAssists with the discovery process by reviewing documents, managing evidence and preparing discovery materialsAttends hearings and depositions to observe and assist senior lawyers, taking detailed notes during proceedingsHandles basic day-to-day communication with clients to gather information and respond to inquiriesHandles administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and filing documentsNo supervisory responsibilityWorks under supervisionLegal qualificationFoundational experience in law, typically with 0 - 2 years of practice post qualificationStrong research, drafting and analytical skills to support on legal mattersExperience handling legal tasks of some complexityGood communication skillsThis role reports toPartnerEqual OpportunitiesWhite & 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] at White & CaseWhite & 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.Note to Recruitment AgenciesOur internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.