Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Career Legal; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Legal is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney in California with 4+ years of experience to join its litigation team. You will handle complex business disputes, contract matters, and high-stakes commercial claims for a diverse client base, collaborating with partners and senior attorneys to develop effective strategies.

The role requires strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills, plus an active California bar admission and a JD.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience handling business disputes and contract matters.
• Experience in mid-to-large law firms preferred.
• JD and active bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of commercial litigation from case inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (4+ Years) – California

Location: California
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation team in California. This opportunity offers exposure to complex, high-value business disputes, contract litigation, and commercial claims across a broad client base including corporations, financial institutions, and private entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of commercial litigation from case inception through trial and appeal
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client objectives
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters
• Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts

Requirements

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience
• Proven experience handling business disputes and contract matters
• Background in mid-to-large law firms preferred
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• JD and active bar admission