Litigation Attorney

Illapa Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, market-based compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing team. The role involves handling complex litigation issues, including business torts and regulatory inquiries. Ideal candidates will have a background in commercial litigation, strong research and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment, making it an excellent opportunity for developing legal professionals.

Qualifications

• Background in commercial or complex civil litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
• Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of sophisticated litigation matters.
• Take on meaningful responsibility early in the role.
• Lead research and drafting for cases.
• Shape discovery strategy and prepare witnesses.
• Work directly with clients and contribute to trial preparation.

Skills

Commercial or complex civil litigation

Research skills

Writing skills

Advocacy skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Admission to the California Bar

Job description

About the Practice

The firm’s commercial litigation group represents clients in disputes at every stage, including pre-litigation counseling, trial, appeals, regulatory matters, and arbitration. The team handles sophisticated, multijurisdictional matters involving major industries such as technology, consumer products, financial services, and global manufacturing. Known for its strategic approach and ability to navigate complex cross-border issues, the group offers attorneys exposure to high-stakes investigations and significant courtroom advocacy opportunities.

The Opportunity

The Los Angeles office is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing litigation team. The role involves handling a wide range of sophisticated matters, including business torts, class actions, regulatory inquiries, and arbitration-related disputes. Associates in this group take on meaningful responsibility early, leading research and drafting, shaping discovery strategy, preparing witnesses, working directly with clients, and contributing to trial preparation.

You'll work on leanly staffed, high-impact matters with direct partner access and the support of a global litigation platform. The firm seeks someone who is proactive, intellectually engaged, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to a collaborative team dynamic.

Qualifications

• Background in commercial or complex civil litigation
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and sound judgment
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and a client-service mindset
• Admission to the California Bar or ability to obtain it

Benefits

The firm offers competitive, market-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development through mentorship, training, and exposure to cross-border litigation work.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume for confidential consideration.