Litigation Associate: High-Stakes Civil & IP Defense

DTO Law; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K enrollment

Job summary

DTO Law in Los Angeles, Silicon Valley and New York seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Associate for civil litigation, including class action defense, complex commercial and IP matters. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of courtroom experience and a strong academic record. You will draft pleadings, participate in discovery, and interact with clients and experts across high-stakes matters. California or New York admission is required, with preference for California-barred attorneys.

Qualifications

• JD from a top law school.
• Excellent academic record.
• Admitted to practice in CA or NY; preference for CA bar.
• 2–5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong communication, writing, and research skills.
• Team player with proactive attitude.
• 1750 hour billable requirement.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis for litigation strategy.
• Participate in discovery, depositions, and expert prep.
• Draft pleadings, briefs and related documents.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and experts.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Oral advocacy

Client development

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

California Bar

Job description

DTO Law in Los Angeles, Silicon Valley and New York seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Associate for civil litigation, including class action defense, complex commercial and IP matters. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of courtroom experience and a strong academic record. You will draft pleadings, participate in discovery, and interact with clients and experts across high-stakes matters. California or New York admission is required, with preference for California-barred attorneys.