Litigation Career Associate

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K program

Flexible Time Off program

Job summary

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe is looking for a Career Associate with over 7 years of civil litigation experience to join their Litigation Business Unit. The role offers remote work options. Candidates will be involved in case project management, drafting legal documents, and research tasks. A strong focus on interpersonal and communication skills is necessary, along with strong academic credentials. The expected salary range is between $150,000 and $250,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of civil litigation experience required.
• Outstanding interpersonal and writing skills are essential.
• Strong academic credentials and writing sample are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general case team support.
• Manage discovery tasks, including e‑discovery.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.

Skills

Strong research skills

Drafting pleadings and motions

Case and project management

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

J.D. or equivalent law degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is seeking a Career Associate with 7+ years of civil litigation experience to join our Litigation Business Unit, in any US office location. Fully remote work arrangements also will be considered.

Our Career Associate program offers top legal talent an alternative to the partner track while still providing opportunities to do cutting‑edge and deeply substantive legal work. Lawyers join us as Career Associates at many stages, from recent graduates to more senior lawyers who join after practicing in other settings. These are rewarding roles if you share our passion for practicing law and delivering excellent service but seek a lower annual time commitment.

To learn more about Orrick’s innovative Career Associate program, please visit: https://www.orrick.com/en/Careers/Lawyer-Job-Opportunities/Joining-as-a-career-associate

Qualifications

• General case team support.
• Strong research skills.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Managing discovery tasks, including e‑discovery.
• Case and project management.
• Deposition and trial preparation projects.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate should be highly motivated with outstanding interpersonal, writing, and communication skills. Strong academic credentials and a writing sample are required.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $250,000.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long‑term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.