Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

Permanent Placements LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 325,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A California-based law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of experience in business and commercial litigation to join its litigation practice in California.

The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy, writing, and case management skills, along with a collaborative, team-oriented approach to client service, and will handle sophisticated disputes, including depositions, discovery, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the California State Bar in good standing.
• 5–7 years of business and commercial litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Respond to and manage written discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Participate in oral arguments and court appearances.
• Assist with trial and arbitration preparation and case organization.
• Collaborate with partners, attorneys, and staff on complex disputes.
• Maintain deadlines and client objectives with attention to detail.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Case management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar admission

Job description

A California-based law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of experience in business and commercial litigation to join its litigation practice in California.

The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy, writing, and case management skills, along with a collaborative, team-oriented approach to client service, and will handle sophisticated disputes, including depositions, discovery, and trial preparation.