Senior Litigation Associate, Complex Commercial

Law Firms; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Law Firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Section. The role involves contributing to complex commercial, business, and life sciences litigation matters while developing your practice in a collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will assist with case strategy, legal research, written advocacy, discovery, and trial preparation, requiring strong analytical and communication skills and a desire to take on increasing responsibility.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 1+ years of legal experience, preferably focused on litigation.
• Admission to the Tennessee Bar or eligibility to become admitted promptly.
• Experience with litigation-related tasks, including investigation, motions, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, investigate facts, and analyze issues related to complex litigation.
• Draft and prepare motions, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with discovery, including document review, preparation, and related litigation activities.
• Support trial preparation and participate in trial-related responsibilities as appropriate.
• Develop persuasive legal arguments and contribute to litigation strategy.
• Communicate professionally with clients, partners, associates, and support staff.
• Manage assigned matters, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain high-quality work product.
• Travel as required for case-related responsibilities.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation support

Motions drafting

Pleadings

Discovery management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Nashville Law Firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Section. The role involves contributing to complex commercial, business, and life sciences litigation matters while developing your practice in a collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will assist with case strategy, legal research, written advocacy, discovery, and trial preparation, requiring strong analytical and communication skills and a desire to take on increasing responsibility.