Senior Commercial Litigation Associate – Los Angeles

Ascendion; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion, a leading law firm with a broad Los Angeles presence, is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join its LA team. The role focuses on high-stakes matters, with exposure to sophisticated litigation and strategic advocacy.

You will handle complex disputes, participate in pleadings, depositions, and negotiations, and collaborate with partners and cross-functional teams to shape litigation strategy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience with contract disputes and business torts is preferred.
• Strong research, writing, analytical and advocacy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial litigation from inception through resolution.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, depositions, court appearances, negotiations, and mediations.
• Work closely with partners and multidisciplinary teams on litigation strategy.

Skills

4+ years of experience

Contract disputes

Business torts

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Job description

Ascendion, a leading law firm with a broad Los Angeles presence, is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join its LA team. The role focuses on high-stakes matters, with exposure to sophisticated litigation and strategic advocacy.

You will handle complex disputes, participate in pleadings, depositions, and negotiations, and collaborate with partners and cross-functional teams to shape litigation strategy in a dynamic environment.