Mid-Senior Associate Litigation Attorney

Mid-Senior Associate (Litigation)§ Practice Area: Complex Business Litigation / High-Stakes Dispute Resolution§ Location: Los Angeles, CA§ Salary: $310,000 to $365,000 Base Salary (Plus eligibility for elite-tier "Super Bonuses" and comprehensive benefits)§ Schedule: Full-time, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,850 hours annual billedThe Firm:Our client is an AmLaw 100 distinguished global firm with a legacy of excellence dating back to the late 19th century. Currently ranked among the top 70 firms nationally by revenue and a fixture on the Vault Law 100, they are particularly renowned for their "Most Feared" litigation practice, a title earned through consistent success in high-value, precedent-setting disputes.The Los Angeles office operates at the vanguard of the firm’s dispute resolution practice, holding Tier 1 rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms for Environmental Litigation and Insurance Litigation, alongside Tier 2 rankings for Commercial Litigation. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with an AV Preeminent® peer rating, the firm offers a collegial and innovative culture where sophisticated legal technology is leveraged to manage the most complex dockets. This is an unparalleled opportunity to work within a team celebrated for its commercial awareness and aggressive, results-oriented advocacy. § Duties:The Senior Litigation Architect will function as a lead project manager for complex commercial disputes, overseeing the strategy and execution of all litigation phases. This role demands a high-level practitioner capable of navigating the intricacies of the California court system while providing white-glove service to a diverse roster of Fortune 500 and emerging technology clients.Core responsibilities include:⨖ Leading Fact Investigation and strategic case assessment to formulate winning legal theories for high-exposure matters.⨖ Drafting and Architecting critical pleadings, complex motions for summary judgment, and high-stakes appellate briefs.⨖ Orchestrating Comprehensive Discovery strategies, including the management of large-scale e-discovery and the taking/defending of key percipient and expert depositions.⨖ Serving as a primary point of contact for client stakeholders, providing nuanced oral advocacy and strategic counsel during settlement negotiations and mediations.⨖ Managing and Mentoring junior associates and support staff to ensure the delivery of meticulous work product under demanding deadlines.⨖ Executing Pre-Trial and Trial proceedings, including witness preparation and the drafting of trial motions and jury instructions. § Qualifications:⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with distinguished academic credentials.⨖ Active Bar Membership in the State of California in good standing.⨖ Four (4) to Five (5) Years of substantive litigation experience at a top-tier national or international law firm.⨖ Demonstrated mastery of the California Code of Civil Procedure and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.⨖ Proven experience managing all aspects of the litigation lifecycle, from initial investigation through trial or settlement. § Skills:⨖ Advanced proficiency in Legal Research and Analysis, with a track record of prevailing on dispositive motions.⨖ Experience in high-growth sectors such as Technology, Energy, or Financial Services.⨖ Demonstrated ability to manage multi-attorney teams and complex vendor relationships in high-pressure environments.⨖ Superior written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable commercial advice.!Notice¡ *This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.

Salary : $310,000 - $365,000