
Litigation Associate - Commercial
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- $250,000 - $300,000
- Santa Ana|Los Angeles|Irvine, CA|New York, NY|Huntington Beach, CA|Washington DC|Newport Beach|Tustin, CA|Costa Mesa, CA|Santa Monica, CA|Pasadena|Glendale |Beverly Hills|Hollywood, CA
⚖️ Litigation Associate – Complex Commercial, Tech & Trade Secret Disputes (LA, OC, SF, NY, or DC | Hybrid Flex)
Are you a sharp, strategic litigator ready to tackle high-stakes disputes for global clients? 💥 If you're passionate about litigation, thrive under pressure, and want to be part of a powerhouse team handling some of the most complex, high-profile cases in the country—this might be the move that levels up your career.
We’re working with an AmLaw Top 10 firm hiring a Litigation Associate (3–6 years) across its Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, New York, and Washington, DC offices. This elite team is known for litigating complex commercial disputes, cutting-edge technology issues, and sensitive matters involving breach of contract, fiduciary duty, and trade secrets—often spanning multiple jurisdictions.
If you’ve got Big Law experience, top credentials, and a consistent track record—they want to meet you. ✨
What You’ll Be Doing 🔍
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Litigating high-stakes commercial matters involving breach of contract, fiduciary duty, trade secret misappropriation, platform liability, and privacy
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Leading drafting on motions, managing discovery, and supporting trial teams on strategy and execution
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Representing prominent clients across tech, private equity, and global markets
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Navigating fast-moving regulatory and cross-border litigation
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Collaborating closely with senior attorneys to deliver creative, bulletproof legal strategies
What They’re Looking For 🎯
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3–6 years of experience at a top law firm handling complex commercial litigation
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Exposure to cases involving breach of contract, trade secrets, fiduciary duty, data/privacy, or technology platform liability
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Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
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JD from a top-tier law school with strong academic performance
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Bar admission in the relevant state preferred (CA, NY, or DC)
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Steady tenure—they’re looking for committed associates ready to grow
Why This Role Stands Out 🌟
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🧠 Join a nationally ranked litigation team with a global reputation for excellence
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⚖️ Work on big-ticket cases with headline-making clients
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💵 Competitive base comp: $250K–$300K+ plus bonus
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🧘♂️ Hybrid flexibility + world-class benefits
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🚀 Clear partner-track growth with mentorship baked in
- $250,000 - $300,000