Commercial Litigation Attorney

California-Licensed Litigation AssociateMasuda Funai is seeking a California-licensed litigation associate with 3 to 5 years of commercial litigation experience for our Torrance, CA office. As a Commercial Litigation Associate at Masuda Funai, you will be working with a talented team of litigators and paralegals assisting clients with civil court litigation of commercial and business-related disputes, as well as other dispute resolution proceedings, as required by the Practice Group.Essential Functions of a Litigation Associate:Manage litigation and dispute-resolution matters for clients, including conducting regular communication with clientsPrepare for, conduct and defend depositions throughout the United States without immediate supervision, including travel as requiredPrepare and sign pleadings, motions and other related litigation documents in accordance with Rule 11 obligationsArgue contested, dispositive and discovery motionsConduct witness interviews and gather client materialsConduct research and draft appropriate legal memorandaAssist with trials, arbitrations and other evidentiary hearings as neededRespond to clients in a timely, forthright, and professional mannerCoordinate and collaborate with litigation attorneys, legal assistants, and assigned staff, as well as provide reasonable support to colleaguesRequired Qualifications:Active license to practice law in California3-5 years of commercial litigation experience at a law firmJuris Doctor from an accredited law schoolFederal and state court experienceSuperior verbal and written communication skillsStrong research, analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailFlexible and adaptable with the ability to multi-taskExcellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlinesAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateAble to work independently in a fast-paced work environmentProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteBenefits:Associate Mentoring ProgramHybrid, flexible scheduleGenerous PTO policyRemote work stipend for technology, home office and incidentalsPremium medical, dental, and vision plansFlexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter benefitsComplimentary Identity Protection CoverageGenerous 401(k) profit sharing plan and access to a personal financial advisorOptional Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, and Pet InsuranceCompensation: The salary range for this position is based upon various factors including the individual's experience, skills, and qualifications. An estimate of the salary range for individuals working a hybrid schedule in our Torrance office is: $150,000- $170,000.About Us: Masuda Funai provides legal services to international companies with critical business needs in the United States.

We advise multi-national companies in the establishment and growth of their operations and facilities in the U.S., frequently serving as their U.S. general legal counsel. Our international experience, cultural insight and the multilingual capability of our attorneys and staff make us uniquely qualified to represent companies of all sizes in all phases of the business life cycle.

Our experience ranges from complex M&A and financing transactions, to tax analysis and real estate deals, to joint ventures and other development arrangements, to general day-to-day operations counsel. In everything we do, we focus on providing timely and highly customized services that fit our clients' needs.Masuda Funai is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace.