Associate, Disputes

White & Case LLP; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Vacation and parental leave

Job summary

White & Case LLP, a premier global law firm, seeks an entry-level professional to support the White Collar Practice. You will conduct legal research, draft basic pleadings, organize case files, and assist with discovery under supervision.

Role emphasizes learning litigation skills, assisting with hearings and client communications, and performing day-to-day support across matters. Reporting to Partner Equal Opportunities and collaborating with experienced attorneys.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop foundational legal skills and support senior lawyers with straightforward tasks.
• Learn litigation and dispute resolution skills while contributing to matter resolution and day-to-day operations.
• Support case preparation, document management, and client communications.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Case management

Client communication

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.

• 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

This role reports to Partner Equal Opportunities.

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].

• 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

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.

Firm Summary

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.