Business Litigation Junior Associate — Hybrid, High-Exposure Trials

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, an AmLaw 200 firm, seeks a Junior Associate Attorney to join their Business Litigation Practice in Los Angeles. Hybrid schedule with opportunities to work on complex matters and gain trial exposure.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier law school, California Bar admission, and 1+ years of business litigation experience. Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with 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 trial experience strongly preferred.
• Proven legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with ability to work collaboratively and independently on high-exposure trial matters.
• Highly motivated with strong commitment to client service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Oral advocacy

Client service

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Our client, an AmLaw 200 firm, seeks a Junior Associate Attorney to join their Business Litigation Practice in Los Angeles. Hybrid schedule with opportunities to work on complex matters and gain trial exposure.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier law school, California Bar admission, and 1+ years of business litigation experience. Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential for success in this role.