Business Litigation Associate Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Business Litigation Associate Attorney
National Law Firm | Century City (Los Angeles), CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid (Tuesday–Thursday in office)
Compensation: $195,000–$235,000/year base salary + discretionary bonusAbout the RoleA national law firm is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Century City office.This is a lean team environment with direct exposure to a high-level trial partner handling sophisticated business disputes, real estate litigation, partnership disputes, and complex commercial matters.This is not a junior training role. They need someone who can step in, handle substantive litigation work, and operate with a high level of independence.The office is approximately 13 attorneys, and this role offers significantly more ownership and hands-on experience than most larger firm environments.What You Will Do

• Handle pleadings, motions, and briefing on complex litigation matters
• Take and defend depositions
• Manage fact development and discovery
• Work directly with partners on high-stakes litigation and arbitration matters
• Handle substantive litigation responsibilities with minimal hand-holding
• Support business litigation, commercial litigation, and real estate litigation matters

Must-Have Background

• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Strong motion drafting and briefing experience
• Deposition experience preferred
• Business litigation, commercial litigation, or real estate litigation experience strongly preferred
• Experience from a strong boutique, mid-sized, regional, or national law firm preferred
• Must be licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar

Billables

• 1,850 hours annually
• Includes 50 hours of pro bono credit

Compensation

• Base salary ranges from $195,000–$235,000 depending on experience level.
• Additional discretionary bonus based on performance, hours, and overall contribution.

Work Model

• Hybrid schedule
• Tuesday–Thursday in office
• Century City location

How to ApplyApply directly or email: Marcus@RecruitifyUSA.comSubject Line: Business Litigation Associate Attorney – Century CityPlease include:

• Resume
• Writing sample
• Law school transcript