Consumer Products Litigation Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 365,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement benefits

Parental leave benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a mid to senior level Consumer Products Litigation Associate to join their California team. This role entails representing major consumer product manufacturers and involves direct client interaction. Candidates should possess 5-8 years of litigation experience and strong writing skills. The position offers a salary range of $365,000 – $435,000, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of litigation experience, ideally with consumer products or regulatory matters.
• Strong academic credentials, excellent research and writing ability.
• Comfortable working directly with clients and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent consumer product companies in responding to demand letters.
• Assist in defending consumer class actions for alleged false advertising.
• Draft motions, briefs, and regulatory responses with precision.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research and writing ability

Client interaction

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Consumer Products Litigation Associate

Location: San Francisco, Silicon Valley, or Los Angeles, CA

A leading global law firm is seeking a talented mid to senior level associate to join its Consumer Products practice in California. The team represents major consumer product manufacturers in high‑stakes matters involving Proposition 65, regulatory compliance, private plaintiff claims, and consumer class actions. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate seeking hands‑on responsibility, direct client interaction, and the chance to work alongside industry‑leading practitioners in a growing, specialised practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent consumer product companies in responding to demand letters and government inquiries involving California Proposition 65.
• Assist in defending consumer class actions involving alleged false advertising, consumer deception, and regulatory non‑compliance.
• Draft motions, briefs, and regulatory responses with precision and strong analytical focus.
• Collaborate with subject‑matter specialists on issues involving FTC, NAD, FDCA, CPSC, greenwashing, slack fill, and related consumer regulatory matters.
• Engage directly with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams across multiple offices.

Who You Are

• 5–8 years of litigation experience, ideally with exposure to consumer products or regulatory matters.
• Strong academic credentials, excellent research and writing ability, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Comfortable working directly with clients and handling matters efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience across industries such as food, supplements, cleaning products, technology, OTC drugs, and personal care is advantageous but not essential.
• Member of the California Bar or eligible for admission.

Compensation

Salary Range: $365,000 – $435,000 DOE

Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and parental leave benefits, along with discretionary bonuses and hybrid working arrangements.

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to express interest or learn more.