Established (40+ Years) Premier AMLaw 200 Full-Service Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Commercial Litigation in Cerritos, Irvine, Pasadena, Westlake Village, Marin, or San Diego, CA
An established California-based AmLaw 200 full-service law firm with over 40 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of commercial litigation experience to join their team in Cerritos, Irvine, Pasadena, Westlake Village, Marin, or San Diego, CA. The firm's commercial litigation practice is broad and far-reaching, spanning equity disputes, intellectual property, unfair competition, contract disputes, tortious interference, real estate litigation, trusts and estate litigation, and accounting professional liability, and welcomes attorneys eager to expand into new practice areas. This role offers substantial responsibility, meaningful client exposure, and the opportunity to develop a versatile litigation skill set within a collaborative platform.
Offer:
Salary range: $160,000-$200,000+, contingent on experience
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with firm contribution
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development and CLE support
Opportunities for advancement within a growing litigation group
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience handling commercial litigation matters
Familiarity with practice areas such as equity disputes, intellectual property, unfair competition, contract disputes, tortious interference, real estate litigation, trusts and estate litigation, and accounting professional liability, with a willingness to expand into new areas
Admission to the California Bar in good standing
Strong academic credentials from a well-regarded law school
Experience managing cases from inception through resolution
Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
Ability to work collaboratively across a multi-office environment
Responsibilities:
Handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters in state and federal court
Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery with limited supervision
Take and defend depositions and participate in motion practice
Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
Manage cases from inception through resolution
Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel
Collaborate with attorneys across the firm's litigation group
Salary
$160000 - $200000 USD per year