Century City Litigation Associate (2-4 Years)

Glaser Weil LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship by partners

Business development training

Positive work culture

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and verbal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to client service. Responsibilities include managing significant cases, conducting depositions, and participating in trials. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $220,000 to $265,000, along with training and a pathway to partnership.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of law firm experience handling sophisticated disputes.
• Candidates must be admitted to practice law in California.
• Excellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and defend depositions, attend court hearings, and manage client relationships.
• Represent high-profile clients in significant disputes.
• Participate in jury trials and arbitrations.

Skills

Law firm experience

Impeccable written and verbal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Client engagement

Education

Juris Doctor from a recognized law school

Job description

Century City Litigation Associate (2-4 Years)

3.27.2026

Attractive Candidates Will Have:

• 2-4 years of law firm experience handling sophisticated disputes
• Impeccable written, verbal, analytical and advocacy skills
• A can do attitude and self‑starter mindset
• Enthusiasm and demonstrated success working and collaborating in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment
• Effective problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop creative solutions to meet client needs
• The ability to engage directly with clients, lead significant projects and provide exceptional client service
• Excellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school

Candidates must be admitted to practice law in California.

• Hands‑on experience.Associates are given hands‑on training, including opportunities to conduct and defend depositions, attend and handle court hearings, play key roles in jury trials and arbitrations and manage client relationships. As a midsize firm, Glaser Weil counts on every member of its litigation department to add value to and play an integral role in the Firm’s success. New associates are given genuine opportunities to thrive within a true merit‑based system.
• Meaningful work.Glaser Weil is called upon regularly to represent high‑profile, sophisticated clients in their most important and sensitive disputes in which the stakes are high, the challenges are great, and the issues are far‑reaching and complex. Our winning track record is fueled by our attorneys’ unique combination of tenacity, skill and unwavering commitment to our clients.
• A pathway to partnership.At Glaser Weil, we invest in our people. The best way for an associate to become a partner is to think and act like a partner and to treat the Firm’s clients as her or his own. The Firm has a flexible partnership track that depends principally on each associate’s development, contributions to the Firm and broader legal community and demonstrated ability to become a future business developer.
• Support.Upon joining the Firm, associates are assigned both a partner mentor and an associate mentor to help guide them through the onboarding process and to ensure successful integration into the Firm.
• Business development training.Associates are encouraged to work with our Business Development and Marketing professionals to develop a business plan that will help guide their contributions to the Firm’s broader growth objectives while ensuring that their own professional milestones are met.
• A positive work culture.Glaser Weil promotes a culture of camaraderie and close professional relationships set within a collaborative team environment. Employees enjoy a business casual, open‑door atmosphere and an informal management structure. Involvement in community organizations, both locally and beyond, is strongly encouraged and supported.

The base compensation range for this position is $220,000 - $265,000. These numbers do not reflect a successful candidate’s total compensation. Base compensation is only the guaranteed component of the total compensation package and does not include discretionary bonuses and the other career‑enhancing opportunities of joining the Firm.

Please note: Glaser Weil will post open positions on our website. We will not accept unsolicited resumes, and consider any resume not received through our recruiting email or sent to anyone at the Firm outside the recruiting team to be unsolicited. Recruiters/search firms must have a written, executed agreement with Glaser Weil prior to submitting information regarding candidates. If a recruiter/search firm submits an unsolicited resume, Glaser Weil will not be bound by that search firm’s terms or otherwise be obligated to pay any compensation in connection with the submitted candidate.