⚖️ Mid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate | Los Angeles, CA

Are you looking for a prestigious national platform without the "Big Law grind"?

We are recruiting for a top-tier U.S. law office (600+ attorneys) that is expanding its Commercial Litigation team in Los Angeles. This is a rare opportunity for attorneys who crave high-stakes autonomy within a culture that actually prioritizes transparency and professional longevity.

Forget the "lifestyle firm" misconceptions—this firm handles sophisticated, industry-shaping work for Fortune 500 clients. However, they do it differently:

• Transparency: They share firm financials with all attorneys and staff.
• Sustainability: A lower billable requirement (1,850 hours) compared to market peers, explicitly supporting mental health, family time, and vacations.
• The "Vibe": A collaborative, entrepreneurial "West Coast" culture with a big-firm platform but a small-firm feel.

• Experience: 3–6 years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Practice Focus: Proven track record in consumer class actions, business litigation, trademarks, or trade secrets.
• Litigation Skills: Comfortable managing cases from inception, drafting contested motions (MSJs, Class Cert), taking/defending depositions, and oral advocacy in court.
• Credentials: JD from a top law school and active member of the California State Bar.

• Manage high-stakes commercial cases and develop winning strategies.
• Work closely with partners who prioritize your training and path to partnership.
• Collaborate across offices (SF, Seattle, NYC) while staying rooted in the Los Angeles office (3 days/week on-site).

• Base Salary: $255,000 – $330,000 USD (commensurate with JD year).
• Bonus Structure: Eligibility starts at 1,850 qualifying hours with clear, incremental increases.
• Exposure: Lean staffing models mean you get meaningful case responsibility and client contact from day one.