Litigation Associate

Michelman Robinson; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Michelman Robinson in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Litigation Associate to handle complex commercial matters from inception to resolution, including pleadings, discovery, and depositions.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of commercial litigation, J.D., CA Bar admission, strong research and writing, and the ability to lead cases independently and with teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience, including drafting pleadings and managing discovery.
• Experience handling depositions and representing clients in court.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills; ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, manage discovery, conduct depositions, represent clients in court.
• Work closely with partners and multidisciplinary teams to craft legal strategies.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Manage client communications with clarity and strategic alignment.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Contract disputes

Business torts

Legal research

Deposition experience

California Bar admission

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Admission to California State Bar

Job description

Strategy, industry focus, and a relentless pursuit of excellence are hallmarks of MR, where attorneys find fulfillment not just from their work, but from their workplace as well.

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join our team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4+ years of experience handling complex commercial litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, conducting depositions, and representing clients in court. Strong analytical, research, and writing skills are essential, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have significant experience managing cases from inception to resolution, a deep understanding of procedural and substantive law, and the ability to strategize and advocate effectively on behalf of clients. Experience in contract disputes and business torts is preferred.

We offer a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, and a collegial work environment.

WHAT THIS ROLE OFFERS

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, conducting depositions, and representing clients in court.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Work closely with partners and multidisciplinary teams to craft innovative, practical, and effective legal solutions.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings.
• Manage client communications, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and strategic alignment at every stage of a matter.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• A minimum of 4 years of commercial litigation experience, with demonstrated success in contract disputes and business torts.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the California State Bar.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Strong advocacy skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proven experience managing cases from inception to resolution.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary: $240,000 - $275,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

WHY MR?

At MR, we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers. With challenging, high-profile work, opportunities for professional growth, and a collegial culture that values collaboration as much as excellence, this is where talented attorneys come to thrive.

Michelman Robinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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