Staff Attorney, Litigation

A law firm is seeking a Staff Attorney with at least 5 years of litigation experience to join its Century City or Los Angeles office. Remote or alternate locations will also be considered for qualified applicants. The Staff Attorney will primarily support consumer financial services litigation for a Fortune 100 company, working under the supervision of a Partner in the litigation group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review daily litigation correspondence and pleadings, reporting time-sensitive issues to the supervising Partner.
• Manage the litigation calendar and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Conduct document review and supervise local counsel.
• Draft general pleadings, including answers, pro hac vice motions, and other necessary motions.
• Handle settlement responsibilities, including communication with opposing counsel, drafting and editing settlement agreements, and preparing related client reporting.
• Perform routine pretrial court appearances and occasional arbitration (non-jury) merits hearings.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing membership in the local State bar.
• Strong academic credentials, excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, capable of multitasking, and comfortable dealing with opposing counsel.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $170,000 to $240,000, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, profit-sharing, paid time off, and a robust wellness program.
• Hybrid work schedule with some days in office and some remote.

Application Instructions: Submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the firm operates.