Complex Litigation Associate

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in California seeks an associate with 3–5 years of complex litigation experience.

The role focuses on defense of mass tort matters, with opportunities to examine fact and expert witnesses, draft sophisticated motions, attend depositions, and participate on trial teams. Candidates must be admitted to practice in California and collaborate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of complex litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in California.

Responsibilities

• Defend complex mass tort matters.
• Examine fact and expert witnesses.
• Draft complex motions.
• Attend depositions.
• Participate in hearings and trial teams.

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Mass tort defense

Draft motions

Depositions

Team collaboration

California bar admission

Job description

The California Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco are seeking an associate with 3 – 5 years of complex litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have skills critical to the defense of complex mass tort litigation. This position will provide opportunities to examine fact and expert witnesses, draft complex motions, attend depositions, and participate in hearings and trial teams. Candidates must be admitted to practice in California and bring the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters.

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 - $300,000, depending on the candidate’s overall relevant experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs. #SHBCal