Associate Attorney

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid Work)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated associate attorney to join its business law practice in Downtown Los Angeles. This position offers an opportunity to work on litigation, transactional, and regulatory compliance matters in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have strong research, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to manage cases independently while keeping senior attorneys informed of developments and deadlines.

Duties

• Handle a diverse caseload involving litigation, transactional, and regulatory compliance matters

• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, and regulatory filings

• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients on business-related legal issues

• Represent clients in court proceedings, negotiations, and mediations

• Maintain clear and timely communication with partners and clients regarding case progress

• Ensure compliance with all filing deadlines and procedural requirements

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in business law, litigation, or transactional practice

• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills

• Ability to manage multiple cases independently while maintaining attention to detail

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a legal team and clients

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California

Skills

• Legal research and writing

• Case management and litigation strategy

• Negotiation and dispute resolution

• Contract drafting and transactional law

• Regulatory compliance knowledge

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Benefits

• Paid benefits package

• Hybrid work environment with in-office and remote flexibility

• Collaborative and professional work setting

This role provides an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to build their careers in business law while working with an experienced legal team.

Founded over seven decades ago, this boutique firm practices in the areas of auto dealership, general business practice, litigation, and trial practice. Understanding the way businesses operate, the firm provides quality legal services in areas of vehicle dealers, franchising, banking and financing, commercial real estate, construction, technology, insurance, and advertising. Proudly involved in the success of clients, the firm values the relationships it has built with clients over the years. The partners and associate attorneys are highly educated from respected universities and have handled complex cases with positive resolutions. The firm encourages its employees to continue education and participate in the community. The firm fosters a culture where everybody is respectful to each other.,