Mid-Level Litigation Associate | Lead Disputes (Hybrid)

Kissinger Legal Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based bonuses

Full benefits

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Kissinger Legal Search is assisting a Los Angeles law firm in hiring a mid-level Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience. The role offers hybrid scheduling, with the attorney taking deep ownership of cases, leading matters, and working closely with partners on sophisticated disputes.

The position requires a JD and active California Bar admission, with a strong emphasis on writing, research and oral advocacy.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and admission to the California Bar (active and in good standing).
• 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience, ideally at a sophisticated firm.
• Strong writing, research and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery.
• Appear in state and federal court, including contested hearings.
• Draft pleadings, motions and briefs; shape case strategy.

Skills

Writing

Research

Oral advocacy

Case management

Education

J.D. (Law degree)

California Bar admission

Job description

Kissinger Legal Search is assisting a Los Angeles law firm in hiring a mid-level Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience. The role offers hybrid scheduling, with the attorney taking deep ownership of cases, leading matters, and working closely with partners on sophisticated disputes.

The position requires a JD and active California Bar admission, with a strong emphasis on writing, research and oral advocacy.