Media & Entertainment Litigation Associate (Mid-Level)
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a premier Am Law 100 firm to identify a seasoned Media & Entertainment Litigation Associate for its highly regarded practice group. This opportunity is best suited for a litigator who values precision, intellectual rigor, and teamwork—and who wants exposure to complex, high-profile disputes at the intersection of entertainment, media, and emerging technology. This is a selective search . Candidates must meet the stated experience, academic, and firm pedigree requirements to be considered for interview. The Opportunity This role offers meaningful, hands-on litigation experience within a collaborative and high-performing team. Associates are not siloed or limited to narrow tasks; instead, they are entrusted with real responsibility and direct partner interaction early in their tenure. The practice advises and represents leading companies and creators across film, television, digital platforms, and technology-driven content. Matters often involve cutting-edge legal questions, including those arising from new distribution models, digital media, and artificial intelligence .
Requirements
- 3–5 years of litigation experience only (strict requirement)
- Background at an Am Law 100/200 firm or a large, well-regarded regional firm
- Stellar academic credentials
- Demonstrated strength in legal research, analysis, and writing
- Active California bar admission
- Stable employment history showing professional progression
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience with media, entertainment, or technology-related litigation
- Exposure to disputes involving digital content, intellectual property, or emerging tech
- Demonstrated interest in the business and legal evolution of entertainment and media
- Comfort working on matters with public visibility or novel legal questions
Responsibilities
- Represent prominent clients across the entertainment, media, and technology sectors
- Litigate complex disputes involving film, television, digital content, and emerging technologies
- Take a substantive role in all phases of litigation, including:
- Fact development and discovery strategy
- Drafting and arguing motions
- Case assessment and litigation planning
- Collaborate closely with partners on case strategy and client counseling
- Interface directly with clients, developing trusted-advisor skills
- Contribute to matters that shape how content and media are created, distributed, and protected
Benefits
- Access to high-impact, intellectually engaging matters
- Early responsibility and meaningful client interaction
- Collaborative culture that values quality, curiosity, and mentorship
- Competitive compensation with full benefits and bonus structure
- Hybrid flexibility in Los Angeles or San Francisco
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
