Litigation Associate Attorney

Munck Wilson Mandala, LLP is seeking a litigation associate attorney to join the firm’s growing Los Angeles office located in Century City. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of California state and federal litigation experience in a mid to large size law firm supporting complex commercial, real estate, entertainment, employment, and intellectual property litigation matters. This position is primarily in office with flexibility to work remotely as appropriate based on assignments and business needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation and case management from preparing responsive pleadings to trial

• Interview witnesses and oversee fact-gathering for case development

• Evaluate claims and defenses to develop recommendations for case strategy

• Draft motions, pleadings, position statements, and mediation briefs

• Prepare and respond to discovery requests and meet/confer letters

• Handle discovery, document productions, and ESI

• Take and defend depositions

• Appear for court hearings/conferences, and ADR proceedings (mediation/arbitration)

• Negotiate with opposing counsel to resolve discovery disputes, facilitate settlements, etc.

• Trial preparation

• Develop and maintain strong business and client relationships

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school

• Active license to practice law in the State of California

• In good standing with the State Bar of California

• Admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Central, Eastern, Northern, and Southern Districts of California (or will seek such admission promptly)

• At least three years of experience litigating matters in both state and federal courts in California, including:

• preparing and responding to pleadings

• preparing and responding to discovery

• drafting motions, supporting papers, and other submissions to courts

• conducting meet/confers regarding discovery disputes

• appearing in court for case management conferences, motion practice

• Excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• High level of professionalism and ethical standards

• Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines simultaneously

• Commitment to continuous learning about applicable law

• Strong organizational and matter management skills

• Ability to appear on behalf of clients in court, arbitration/mediation, and agency proceedings

• Ability to travel as required for client matters (inside and outside California)

For more information or to submit a resume please contact Stephanie Elovitz, Director of Administration, at selovitz@munckwilson.com. For more information on the firm please see https://www.munckwilson.com.

The expected base salary range for this position is $200,000 – $260,000. The salary range for this position applies to associate attorneys licensed in California and based in the firm’s Los Angeles office. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors, as permitted by law. Relevant factors include (without limitation) an individual’s experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, and business and organizational needs.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with (as may be applicable) the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, the County of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and all other federal, state, and local laws.