Litigation Associate Attorney

Tucker Ellis LLP•Irvine, CA

4h•$235,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to join our sophisticated and nationally recognized Business Litigation group in our Orange County office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial litigation matters within a collaborative, growth-focused environment. As our practice continues to expand on the West Coast, we are seeking a highly skilled litigator with some portable business (approximately $100,000+ in portables would be ideal) to help further grow our presence in California. This opportunity is ideal for a senior associate or counsel-level attorney seeking an entrepreneurial platform backed by the resources of an Am Law 200 firm. We are looking for someone with a minimum of 6 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Minimum of 6 years of experience in business/commercial litigation
Portable book of business (approximately $100,000 or more)
Strong oral and written advocacy skills
Demonstrated ability to manage cases and client needs independently
Admission to practice in California

Responsibilities

Represent corporate and individual clients in complex commercial disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, fraud, trade secrets, partnership/shareholder matters, and unfair competition claims
Independently manage all phases of litigation from pre-litigation evaluation through trial or resolution
Draft and argue motions, manage written discovery, and take and defend depositions
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials
Provide practical, business-focused legal advice and risk assessments
Work closely with partners and leadership to strengthen existing client relationships and develop new business

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