Complex Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Perkins Coie•Washington, DC

7d•$310,000 - $390,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is a leading international law firm seeking a mid-level associate (4-6 years of experience) to join its complex litigation group. This role involves defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with a focus on product liability and commercial matters within the aviation and transportation industry sectors. The firm prides itself on a dynamic culture of collaboration, client dedication, and mutual respect, offering opportunities for growth and development. The team handles significant cases for global blue-chip companies and emphasizes client service, critical thinking, collegiality, and mentorship.

Requirements

4-6 years of experience.
Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by experience gained through a clerkship, law review, moot court or publication.
Experience with all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial.
Superior academic credentials.
Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice.
Comfort with analyzing complex legal issues, for example contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law issues.

Nice To Haves

Clerkship experience, especially at the appellate level, is strongly preferred.
Strong interest in the field of aviation.
Technical background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or life sciences.

Responsibilities

Defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance.
Focusing on product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors.
Managing all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial.
Analyzing complex legal issues such as contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law issues.
Providing excellent client service and engaging in a client-centered practice.