Hybrid Business Litigation Associate - Trial-Ready

KLA Industries; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries in Los Angeles is seeking a Business Litigation Junior Associate Attorney to handle high-exposure matters within a collaborative AmLaw 200 environment. The role offers a hybrid schedule in Los Angeles, with opportunities for depositions, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.

Required are a JD from a top-tier law school, California bar admission, 1+ year in business litigation, strong writing and research skills, and a drive for exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record and demonstrated writing skills
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 1+ years of substantive business litigation experience
• Demonstrated stand up experience (including depositions and courtroom oral advocacy) and trial experience are strongly preferred
• Proven legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently on high-exposure trial matters

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with high-stakes business litigation matters across industries
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions
• Draft and argue motions and briefs in state and federal courts
• Participate in trial preparation, hearings, and courtroom proceedings
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and litigation teams to develop case strategies
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and internal teams

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Deposition experience

Trial preparation

Teamwork

Client service

Education

JD from top-tier law school

California Bar Admission

Job description

KLA Industries in Los Angeles is seeking a Business Litigation Junior Associate Attorney to handle high-exposure matters within a collaborative AmLaw 200 environment. The role offers a hybrid schedule in Los Angeles, with opportunities for depositions, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.

Required are a JD from a top-tier law school, California bar admission, 1+ year in business litigation, strong writing and research skills, and a drive for exceptional client service.