Business Litigation Associate Attorney (2-6 Years)

Business Litigation Associate AttorneyDirect Counsel is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join a respected California law firm with offices throughout the state. The firm represents businesses, business owners, individuals, emerging companies, and nonprofits in sophisticated litigation and business matters.This attorney will handle complex general litigation matters through all phases of a case, including legal research, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial preparation.

The role offers meaningful hands-on experience working closely with experienced litigators and trial attorneys in a collaborative environment.The position is hybrid after 90 days, with three days in the office and up to two days remote per week.ResponsibilitiesManage litigation matters through all phases, including pre-litigation strategy, pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, mediation, trial preparation, and post-trial proceedingsDraft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, including dispositive motions such as demurrers and motions for summary judgmentTake and defend depositions and prepare witnesses for depositions and hearingsConduct legal research and provide strategic analysis on complex business-related disputesAppear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and arbitrationsAssist with trial preparation, including exhibit preparation, witness outlines, and coordination with expertsCollaborate with partners, senior associates, clients, and other team members to develop litigation strategy and efficiently manage casesPrepare matters for mediation and trial, including developing case themes and coordinating key case tasksCommunicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third-party vendorsQualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolActive membership in good standing with the California State Bar2-6 years of substantive complex general litigation experienceExperience drafting and arguing dispositive and non-dispositive motionsExperience taking and defending depositions and managing matters through discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparationTrial experience preferredExcellent legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, client-focused approachAbility to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines while exercising sound judgment with minimal supervisionCompensation: $160,000-$210,000, depending on experience and qualifications.