Hybrid: Strategic Commercial Disputes Associate

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP seeks a mid-level Business & Commercial Disputes Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join our Irvine, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle office. The ideal candidate handles sophisticated commercial litigation, has strong research, writing and analytical skills, and is ready to take meaningful responsibility while working with partners, clients and case teams.

We offer hybrid work flexibility and a collaborative, global platform, supporting growth across

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the California or Washington Bar as applicable.
• 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience at a law firm of comparable caliber.
• Experience with a broad range of commercial disputes, including contract disputes, business torts, partnership or shareholder disputes, fiduciary duty claims, or similar complex business litigation matters.
• Demonstrated ability to handle substantive litigation responsibilities with increasing independence, judgment, and ownership.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, including significant motion drafting and legal research experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and workstreams efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting substantive motions, briefs, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other sophisticated litigation work product
• Conducting legal research and developing thoughtful, practical litigation strategies
• Managing written discovery, document production, and other aspects of fact and expert discovery
• Analyzing complex factual and legal issues and presenting recommendations clearly and persuasively
• Supporting the development of case strategy and preparing for significant case events and proceedings
• Managing significant components of matters with appropriate partner supervision
• Coordinating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other members of the case team
• Experience taking depositions and appearing in court for conferences or on discovery matters is a plus
• Contributing to a collaborative and collegial team environment

Skills

Legal research

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission California or Washington

Job description

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP seeks a mid-level Business & Commercial Disputes Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join our Irvine, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle office. The ideal candidate handles sophisticated commercial litigation, has strong research, writing and analytical skills, and is ready to take meaningful responsibility while working with partners, clients and case teams.

We offer hybrid work flexibility and a collaborative, global platform, supporting growth across