Lead Commercial Litigation Associate — Los Angeles

White-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

White & Case LLP in Los Angeles seeks an associate with 2-5 years of commercial litigation experience to join our dynamic team. You will handle a wide range of matters, draft briefs, develop discovery strategies, participate in client communications, and support partners on complex cross-border disputes.

The ideal candidate writes well, researches thoroughly, speaks clearly in oral advocacy, and thrives in collaborative environments while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of litigation/law firm experience with a focus on civil litigation.
• Excellent writing and research skills.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.
• Bar admission and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for complex commercial litigation and related matters.
• Draft briefs, pleadings, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Manage document and deposition discovery and trial prep.
• Conduct legal research and witness interviews.
• Coordinate with clients and senior lawyers, supporting day-to-day matters.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

White & Case LLP in Los Angeles seeks an associate with 2-5 years of commercial litigation experience to join our dynamic team. You will handle a wide range of matters, draft briefs, develop discovery strategies, participate in client communications, and support partners on complex cross-border disputes.

The ideal candidate writes well, researches thoroughly, speaks clearly in oral advocacy, and thrives in collaborative environments while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.