Complex Litigation Associate: Aviation & Commercial Defense

Ashurst Perkins Coie; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid Holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a mid-level associate (4-6 years) for its complex litigation group, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an emphasis on product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This position is open to all US offices.

The team values excellent client service, collaboration, and mentorship, and it welcomes candidates with a strong interest in

Qualifications

• Excellent writing skills demonstrated by clerkship, law review, moot court or publication.
• Experience with all stages of litigation, from discovery to trial.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Commitment to excellent client service and client-centered practice.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues (contract, jurisdiction, choice-of-law, admiralty).
• Clerkship at appellate level strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters.
• Work across national and international matters in aviation and transportation sectors.
• Collaborate with attorneys, experts, and clients across offices.
• Contribute to research, drafting, and strategy throughout all case stages.

Skills

Writing skills

Litigation experience

Academic credentials

Client service

Legal analysis

Appellate clerkship

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a mid-level associate (4-6 years) for its complex litigation group, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an emphasis on product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This position is open to all US offices.

The team values excellent client service, collaboration, and mentorship, and it welcomes candidates with a strong interest in