Litigation Associate: Environmental & Commercial Defense

Kutak Rock; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Discretionary bonus

Flexible spending plan

Job summary

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate Attorney to join its busy litigation and trial practice in its Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates will have two or more years of experience in managing all aspects of complex litigation defense in federal and state courts, as well as arbitration forums.

This role offers exposure to environmental toxic tort and commercial litigation while collaborating with partners and senior associates in a collegial environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in California with an active bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in complex civil litigation defense.
• Experience in environmental, toxic-tort, commercial, or construction matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of complex civil litigation matters, including client communications, motions, discovery response, court appearances, mediations and settlements.
• Proficient in taking and defending depositions and drafting disposition motions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organize, prioritize and balance multiple priorities and deliver timely quality on assignments.

Skills

Deposition & discovery

Oral & written communication

Multitasking & prioritization

Research & writing

Independent with team

Remote mentoring

Education

California bar license in good standing

Job description

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate Attorney to join its busy litigation and trial practice in its Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates will have two or more years of experience in managing all aspects of complex litigation defense in federal and state courts, as well as arbitration forums.

This role offers exposure to environmental toxic tort and commercial litigation while collaborating with partners and senior associates in a collegial environment.