Commercial Litigation Associate

Larson Maddox; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Client exposure

Job summary

Larson Maddox in Los Angeles seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of litigation experience to handle complex disputes for local, national, and international clients. A J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school and active California Bar membership are required.

The role offers significant client exposure in state and federal courts and strong mentorship. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, performing legal research, and developing case

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school with strong credentials.
• Active California Bar membership.
• 4–6 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in commercial litigation or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters through all phases of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive court filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy with partners and clients.
• Manage discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in state and federal courts and assist with appellate matters when needed.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Writing

Analytical Skills

Advocacy

Education

J.D. ABA-accredited

California Bar Admission

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing Los Angeles litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated disputes for local, national, and international clients across a broad range of industries.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of litigation experience, preferably involving commercial disputes, consumer class actions, financial services litigation, media and entertainment matters, and/or product liability litigation. The role offers significant client exposure and opportunities to work on complex matters in both state and federal courts.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Litigation Associate - Los Angeles

A leading national law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing Los Angeles litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated disputes for local, national, and international clients across a broad range of industries.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of litigation experience, preferably involving commercial disputes, consumer class actions, financial services litigation, media and entertainment matters, and/or product liability litigation. The role offers significant client exposure and opportunities to work on complex matters in both state and federal courts.

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters through all phases of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive court filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy in coordination with partners and clients.
• Manage discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in state and federal courts and assist with appellate matters when needed.

Key Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active California Bar membership.
• 4-6 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with commercial litigation, consumer class actions, financial services disputes, media and entertainment litigation, or product liability matters preferred.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $230,000 to $305,000 depending on experience and overall qualifications.
• Eligibility for performance-based and discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and wellness resources.
• Collaborative firm culture with strong mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work alongside highly regarded litigators at a nationally recognized law firm.