Client is a boutique litigation firm founded in 2010. The firm represents clients in complex litigation and at any stage of enterprise development, in practice areas that include business litigation, real estate litigation, business formation and development, commercial collections, sports and entertainment law, bankruptcy litigation, insurance coverage, product liability, appellate practice, and class action defense.
Role Description
This is a full-time Mid to Senior-Level Associate Attorney role. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for independently managing litigation cases from initiation to completion in state and federal courts and arbitration, including preparation and drafting of pleadings, motions, discovery, and other court filings, arguing motions in court and making other court appearances, interfacing and building relationships with clients, taking and defending depositions, and preparation for and participation in trials. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office location in Los Angeles, CA.
Qualifications
4-8 years of relevant civil litigation experience in a law firm setting
Hands-on litigation experience including drafting and arguing motions, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, court appearances, and trial preparation required
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team, with a collaborative mindset and interest in growing with the firm
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school (Top 100 preferred)
Admission to the California State Bar
Compensation
Monthly bonus for billable hours above 150 hours per month and origination bonuses ranging from 10%-20% for clients brought to the firm (historically these incentives have increased associate compensation by approximately 7%-15% above base salary annually)
Annual discretionary bonus
Benefits
Medical insurance (Blue Shield) - firm covers 75% of employee premiums and 25% of dependent premiums. Dental (Guardian) and Vision (Guardian) insurance available
Free life insurance with $25,000 death benefit; optional supplemental life insurance ($175,000 benefit) available at a small premium with no medical exam required
401(k) retirement plan after 1 year of continuous employment
16 paid days off annually - 9 days PTO, 6 days Sick Leave, and 1 floating holiday. PTO increases by one additional week after every 5 years of continuous employment, up to a cap of 14 PTO days
Firm-observed paid holidays
Fully paid parking or fully reimbursed monthly Metro pass
Laptop and home office equipment provided by the firm
Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office per week, with full flexibility to choose your own days. No advance approval required
Billable hour credit for marketing/networking (100 hours/year)
Billable hour credit for article writing (50 hours/year)
$1,000 annual marketing reimbursement for business development activities including CLE events, networking, and professional conferences
Business casual attire in the office; Fridays are casual days
Active Social Committee with regular firm events (past events have included Dodger game outings, food tours, murder mystery nights, trivia nights, escape rooms, sound baths, bowling, and community volunteer events)
Collaborative boutique environment with direct partner mentorship
Opportunity to build your own book of business over time
To Apply
Please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript.