Trial & Litigation Associate 4-6 Years of Experience

Job Overview: A dynamic and well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Trial & Litigation Associate to join their Los Angeles office. The successful candidate will be working within a collaborative and high-performing team, engaging in complex crisis litigation, including constitutional law, civil rights claims, wildfire litigation, COVID-19 litigation, eminent domain, and more. This role requires a candidate with 4-6 years of litigation experience and offers an exciting opportunity to handle all phases of litigation, from pleadings to trial and appeal, in both state and federal courts.

Duties:

• Litigation and Trial Work:

  • Engage in all stages of litigation, from drafting pleadings to trial preparation, including trial and appellate practice in state and federal courts.
  • Craft and implement strategic litigation approaches, particularly in complex and high-profile cases.
  • Handle motions, discovery, and electronic case management, ensuring adherence to deadlines.

• Case Development:

  • Build cases by gathering evidence, conducting witness interviews, and managing depositions.
  • Develop compelling and persuasive legal arguments, particularly in nuanced constitutional matters.
  • Conduct legal research and provide written analysis on various complex legal issues.

• Collaboration and Client Interaction:

  • Work closely with a team of attorneys across different office locations.
  • Maintain strong client relationships by providing strategic legal advice.
  • Contribute to elevating the firm’s brand through high-quality work and successful case outcomes.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of litigation experience, with significant experience in managing complex cases.
• Experience with electronic discovery and law and motion practice.
• Proven ability to develop legal strategies and manage cases from discovery through trial.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar admission in the state of California and in good standing.

Skills:

• Superior research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and advocacy abilities, particularly in presenting nuanced arguments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across different office locations.
• Experience in eminent domain or real estate law is highly preferred, but not required.

Formed in 1986, the firm has offices across California and specializes in more than 20 complex fields of law including crisis management, eminent domain, environmental law, climate change, workplace investigations, water law, transportation, and several other areas. For the past 30 years, the firm has grown throughout the state with more than 130 attorneys and staff. Attracting diversity to the firm, to the legal profession, and to the communities helps provide clients with the most effective and efficient legal services. Besides offering a competitive salary with a benefits plan that includes health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick days, and retirement savings plans, the firm also promotes a working environment that encourages and supports integrity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment. Committed to supporting the communities, the firm partners with a wide range of organizations to meet the shared goal of making the world a better place for everyone and sponsors a broad range of activities with diverse bar associations, law student organizations, alumni associations, youth groups, and clients. This firm is well known in the legal community and has earned numerous awards and honors for professional achievements and activities.