Commercial & Business Litigation Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Commercial & Business Litigation Associate Attorney role is onsite in Los Angeles, CA. The anticipated annual base salary range is $285,000–$325,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. The associate will join a collaborative litigation team at an Am Law firm in its Century City office. The role supports sophisticated commercial disputes by drafting litigation documents, managing discovery and case files, and assisting with depositions, arguments, and trial or arbitration preparation. Working alongside senior attorneys, the associate helps advance cases and provide client service.

What you'll do

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal correspondence
• manage written discovery
• assist with and participate in depositions
• support oral arguments and trial or arbitration preparation
• manage case files and litigation strategy with senior attorneys
• collaborate on case progression and client service.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

litigation associate attorney

commercial litigation

business litigation

pleadings

discovery

depositions

trial preparation

arbitration

los angeles ca

century city

direct counsel

$285,000–$325,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires 4–5 years of commercial or business litigation experience and active admission to the State Bar of California.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.