Litigation Associate: Complex Commercial Disputes

White & Case LLP; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Vacation and parental leave

Job summary

White & Case LLP seeks an Associate in Litigation for our Los Angeles office. The role demands strong writing, research and advocacy within high-stakes commercial disputes, including cross-border matters. You will manage matters from day one, supervise junior staff, and independently handle client communications and hearings.

The position offers substantial responsibility, competitive compensation, and opportunities for travel to support major clients in diverse industries.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation/law firm experience, with a focus on civil litigation.
• Excellent writing and research skills.
• Fluency in English and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for complex commercial litigation matters and class actions.
• Advise multinational and other clients across industries in various disputes.
• Draft briefs, pleadings, memoranda and other documents.
• Lead discovery strategies, document review and deposition preparation.
• Conduct legal research and analyze evidence to shape strategy.
• Engage in client communications, negotiations, and witness preparation.
• Supervise junior lawyers and support staff; collaborate with partners.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

English fluency

Bar admission

Education

Bar admission in good standing

Job description

White & Case LLP seeks an Associate in Litigation for our Los Angeles office. The role demands strong writing, research and advocacy within high-stakes commercial disputes, including cross-border matters. You will manage matters from day one, supervise junior staff, and independently handle client communications and hearings.

The position offers substantial responsibility, competitive compensation, and opportunities for travel to support major clients in diverse industries.