Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Litigation Associate Attorney Litigation Associate Attorney
Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join our litigation team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload including tort and business litigation matters, and will support the firms commercial real estate disputes. Responsibilities include managing cases from intake through resolution, conducting discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, working with clients and witnesses, and advocating in court when appropriate. This role is ideal for an attorney who is organized, decisive, and passionate about litigation.
Key Responsibilities - Manage a varied caseload of tort, business, and commercial real estate litigation matters from investigation through trial or settlement.
- Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and responses with attention to legal strategy and procedural compliance.
- Conduct factual and legal research, prepare legal memoranda, and develop case theories and strategies.
- Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, retain and work with experts, and coordinate discovery.
- Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences; prepare for and assist at trial.
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel; provide clear case status updates and strategic advice.
- Work collaboratively with partners and support staff to manage case budgets, calendars, and deadlines.
- Mentor more junior associates and paralegals as needed; contribute to business development and practice growth efforts.
Qualifications - Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar (and good standing); federal court admission preferred or willingness to seek it.
- 3+ years of litigation experience, with demonstrated exposure to tort and business litigation; commercial real estate litigation experience strongly preferred.
- Proven experience in drafting pleadings, motions, and substantive legal documents; strong legal research and writing skills.
- Practical experience with discovery, depositions, witness preparation, and motion practice; trial experience or substantial preparation for trial is a plus.
- Excellent oral advocacy, negotiation, and client counseling skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines and caseloads.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; initiative and a commitment to professional development.
- Familiarity with litigation support tools, e-discovery platforms, and document management systems is preferred.
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/17/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.
CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.
Job Tags
Ongoing contract, Local area