Business Litigation Junior Associate Attorney - Los Angeles

CareerNerds; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

This AmLaw 200 firm in Los Angeles seeks a talented junior Associate Attorney to join its Business Litigation Practice. The role offers exposure to high-exposure matters, a collaborative team, and opportunities to develop trial skills.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, are California bar admitted in good standing, have 1+ year of business litigation experience, and possess strong research, writing, and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from a top-tier law school with excellent academics and writing.
• Active California Bar admission, in good standing.
• At least 1 year of substantive business litigation experience.
• Strong researching and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with high-stakes business litigation matters.
• Conduct discovery, including depositions.
• Draft and argue motions and briefs in state and federal courts.
• Participate in trial preparation, hearings, and courtroom proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients and co-counsel.

Skills

Writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

J.D. from top law school

Job description

BUSINESS LITIGATION JUNIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Los Angeles, CA

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Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a talented junior Associate Attorney to join their Business Litigation Practice in Los Angeles. This is an exciting opportunity for an mid-senior Associate litigator to work on complex, high-exposure business litigation matters with a collaborative and dynamic team.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record and demonstrated writing skills
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing, required.
• 1+ years of substantive business litigation experience
• Demonstrated stand up experience (including depositions and courtroom oral advocacy) and trial experience are strongly preferred.
• Proven legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, on high-exposure trial matters in an environment where drive and client service are valued.
• Highly motivated and driven, with a strong commitment to exceptional client service and effective teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Manageandassist withhigh-stakesbusiness litigationmattersacross industries
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions
• Draftandargue motionsandbriefsin state and federal courts
• Participate intrial preparation,hearings, andcourtroom proceedings
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and litigation teams todevelop case strategies
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and internal teams

Why Join Us?

This position offers the chance to play acentral roleinsignificant litigationmatters with meaningful courtroom exposure and trial involvement. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative culture, emphasizing professional growth, mentorship, and opportunities to lead on complex cases. Attorneys in this group benefit from hands-on experience, partner access, and a platform that supportslong-term developmentandcareer advancementwithin anationally respected business litigation practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $180,000-$215,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.