Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, seeks an associate attorney in Walnut Creek, CA for its Complex Business & Commercial Litigation Practice. The ideal candidate has 1–7 years in complex commercial litigation, with experience across federal/state matters, including financial fraud, securities, breach of contract, fiduciary duties, and related disputes.

California Bar admission is required. The practice handles state and federal litigation, appeals, and regulatory proceedings for

Qualifications

• 1–7 years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Experience representing companies in federal/state matters.
• Admitted to the California Bar.
• Experience handling motions, depositions, discovery, court appearances, mediations/arbitrations.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex commercial and business litigation matters.
• Prepare and argue motions, conduct depositions, manage discovery.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.

Skills

Complex litigation

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Overview

The Walnut Creek, CA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an associate attorney to join its Complex Business & Commercial Litigation Practice.

The ideal candidate will have at least one (1) to seven (7) years of complex commercial litigation experience representing companies in a variety of federal and state litigation matters, including financial fraud; securities; breach of contract; breach of fiduciary duties; partnership disputes; shareholder disputes; loan disputes; construction litigation, and UCC litigation. Candidates must have experience in all facets of litigation including preparing and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, handling complex discovery, court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and preparing cases for trial. Admission to the California Bar is required. Candidates with White Collar/Government Investigations experience are a plus.

Lewis Brisbois' Complex Business & Commercial Litigation Practice comprises attorneys who regularly handle state and federal litigation, including appeals and regulatory proceedings for local, national and international clients, as well as federal, state and local agencies. They are licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court, state and federal trial and appellate courts, and administrative and regulatory bodies. Clients who have put their trust in Lewis Brisbois include Fortune 500 corporations, national and international corporations, small and local businesses, and individuals and entrepreneurs. Our clients are also from a wide range of industries, from manufacturers of commercial and consumer products; banking, insurance, and investment companies; and providers of medical services and manufacturers of medical devices to technology and telecommunications companies; national and international construction contractors and project managers; and businesses and individuals involved in sports and entertainment, among others.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k with employer match.

Lewis Brisbois has a demonstrable commitment to equal employment opportunity in hiring, employment, and promotion decisions. Lewis Brisbois seeks to employ and advance the best qualified employee without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), denial of family and medical care leave, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or membership in any other protected classes recognized by federal or applicable state or local law.

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Minimum Salary

USD $145,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $190,000.00/Yr.