Description:
The Role:We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join our Beverly Hills office. This is a full-time, on-site position in a fast-paced litigation environment. The right candidate manages their own caseload with autonomy while working collaboratively with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters. We are looking for a self-directed litigator who thrives under pressure and takes ownership from inception through resolution.
What You'll Do:
- Independently manage a diverse caseload across PLG's practice areas from inception through resolution
- Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and briefs in California state and federal courts
- Manage all phases of discovery, including taking and defending depositions and preparing witnesses and experts
- Communicate with clients and provide practical, strategic legal counsel
- Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings
- Handle crisis management matters requiring rapid legal assessment and response
- Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex, high-value disputes — contributing strategy, research, and execution as part of a collaborative team
- Contribute to firm growth through client development and relationship building
- Mentor junior staff as the team expands
Practice Areas:
- Business Litigation
- Employment Litigation
- Entertainment, Rights of Authorship & Distribution Litigation
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Class Actions and Multi-District Litigation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Crisis Management
What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years of litigation experience at a law firm
- Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
- Demonstrated experience in motion practice, depositions, and trial or arbitration proceedings
- Strong command of California civil procedure and state and federal court practice
- Substantive experience in one or more of PLG's core practice areas
- Exceptional legal writing and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies under pressure
- Sound client management skills and professional judgment
- Self-directed and collaborative, with an interest in contributing to a growing practice
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
