Business Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP seeks a midlevel litigation associate for California offices (San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, or San Diego). Three to five years of complex business litigation experience and CA bar admission are required.

The ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral advocacy, strong academics, and the ability to manage large, sophisticated matters while working with experienced, collaborative partners.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of complex business litigation experience.
• CA bar admission required.
• Strong academic credentials and advocacy skills.
• Judicial clerkship preferred.
• Experience managing large, sophisticated matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal and state court proceedings.
• Collaborate with partners on case strategy and motions.
• Lead discovery and manage litigation teams across matters.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

EDiscovery

Job description

Job Description

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture where all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a midlevel litigation associate for the San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles or San Diego office with outstanding credentials and three to five years of experience in complex business litigation. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred and at least one year of experience in a litigation position at a firm is required. Successful candidates will have excellent academic credentials, superb written and oral advocacy skills and experience managing large and sophisticated litigation matters. CA bar admission is required.

The complex litigation practice consists of the representation of a wide range of businesses and individuals in federal and state court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution venues. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial environment and work closely with experienced, collaborative practitioners on a local and national level.

Compensation range: $260,000 to $365,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.