Job Description

Litigation Associate – Professional Liability Defense

A respected Los Angeles litigation practice is seeking a Litigation Associate to support a sophisticated professional liability and complex litigation caseload. This position offers meaningful involvement in litigation strategy, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation while working alongside experienced litigators.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze legal files to identify significant issues and prepare case assessments
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents
• Assist with discovery, depositions, trial preparation, and arbitration matters
• Support case strategy development through legal analysis and research
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Background in professional liability defense and/or complex commercial litigation preferred
• Outstanding legal writing, analytical, and research skills
• Experience supporting trials or arbitrations is beneficial

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $160,000 to $220,000+ depending on experience
• Discretionary bonus potential
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities

This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking substantive litigation responsibility and direct involvement in complex matters from case analysis through trial preparation.

Salary Range: $160,000 to $220,000

Reference: 148727

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