Associate (Litigation) - 4th–5th Year

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Los Angeles is seeking a 4th5th year Associate to join the Litigation practice. The role requires managing complex litigation from investigation through trial and settlement, with significant hands-on responsibility.

The candidate should hold a U.S. law degree (JD) and be a member of the California State Bar in good standing, with outstanding research, analytical, oral advocacy, and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree and JD from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission in California in good standing.
• 4th5th year experience in litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle and manage all aspects of litigation, including fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, experts, motions, pretrial proceedings, trial, and settlement.
• Draft complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and manage the filing and service of pleadings.
• Develop and maintain strong business and client relationships.
• Manage junior attorneys to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work product under pressure.

Skills

Litigation skills

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Writing skills

Education

Bachelora0s degree and JD from an accredited U.S. law school

Job description

Associate (Litigation) - 4th–5th Year

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Organising Institution / Firm

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Rolling Basis (Official)

$310,000–$365,000

Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school; Member of the California State Bar in good standing; 4th–5th year experience; Experience in litigation (fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, motions, trial, settlement).

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Associate (Litigation) at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is seeking a 4th–5th year Associate to join the Litigation practice group in its Los Angeles office. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position requiring significant experience in managing complex litigation matters from investigation through trial and settlement.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• 4th–5th year experience in litigation.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional research, analytical, oral advocacy, and writing skills.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Handle and manage all aspects of litigation, including fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, experts, motions, pretrial proceedings, trial, and settlement.
• Draft complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and manage the filing and service of pleadings.
• Develop and maintain strong business and client relationships.
• Manage junior attorneys to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work product under pressure.

Compensation

Salary Range: $310,000–$365,000 (Final offer dependent on skills and experience).

Contact Information

For accommodation requests: [e-mail]