Litigation (Business and Commercial) Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Associate to join its Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of relevant experience and a strong background in California state court proceedings.

The role includes handling complex litigation and transactional matters while collaborating with attorneys and business professionals. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, defending depositions, and participating

Qualifications

• 2+ years of business and commercial litigation experience.
• California state court experience required.
• Federal court clerkship is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support client matters.
• Prepare clear and accurate legal documents and correspondence.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality legal services.
• Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Manage and support complex litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Develop case strategies and assess litigation risks and opportunities.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and witness interviews.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, and settlement negotiations.
• Manage discovery processes and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A law firm seeks an Associate to join its Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of relevant experience and a strong background in California state court proceedings. This role offers an opportunity to engage in complex litigation and transactional matters.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support client matters.
• Prepare clear and accurate legal documents and correspondence.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality legal services.
• Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Manage and support complex litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Develop case strategies and assess litigation risks and opportunities.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and witness interviews.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, and settlement negotiations.
• Manage discovery processes and collaborate with internal teams.

Requirements

• 2+ years of business and commercial experience.
• California state court experience required.
• Federal court clerkship is a plus.
• Experience with AmLaw 100 firm preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and good professional judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work, encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.