Senior Litigation Counsel — Complex Commercial & IP Irvine

Law Firms; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Our client, a premier women-owned litigation boutique in Irvine, California, seeks a Senior Attorney/Counsel to join its growing litigation team.

The ideal candidate has top academic credentials and extensive experience handling complex matters in state and federal courts, including commercial and IP disputes.

You will mentor junior associates, manage cases from inception through trial, and collaborate with partners and clients on strategy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of complex litigation experience.
• Strong background in commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, business disputes, or class actions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated commercial litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions and complex discovery disputes.
• Conduct and defend depositions, oversee discovery strategy, and manage case development.
• Handle court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development.
• Maintain strong client relationships while delivering strategic and business-focused legal solutions.

Skills

Complex litigation

IP litigation

Commercial disputes

Deposition & discovery

Education

J.D. from a top 50 US law school

Job description

Our client, a premier women-owned litigation boutique in Irvine, California, seeks a Senior Attorney/Counsel to join its growing litigation team.

The ideal candidate has top academic credentials and extensive experience handling complex matters in state and federal courts, including commercial and IP disputes.

You will mentor junior associates, manage cases from inception through trial, and collaborate with partners and clients on strategy.