Senior Associate Attorney

Senior Associate Attorney Career Consulting Partners is running a search for a well-established, nationally ranked general practice firm in Los Angeles County. The firm has a strong litigation practice covering business and commercial disputes, real estate, banking and financial services, employment, and trust and estate litigation.

It’s looking for a seasoned litigator who wants caseload variety, a voice in leadership, and to be paid for bringing in business. The Opportunity This role is for a litigator who is ready to do more than work files. You’ll take on substantive matters from Partners, help lead case teams, and build your own book with the backing of a full-service firm.

The firm’s clients across many practice areas naturally generate new litigation work. What You’ll Do: Handle a broad general civil litigation caseload from intake through trial, working closely with Partners. Draft and argue motions, take and defend depositions, and manage discovery. Appear at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

Lead and mentor associates and support staff on case teams. Develop new client relationships and bring in new matters. Meet a billable expectation of 1,800+ hours. What You Bring: 7+ years of civil litigation experience across a broad range of matters. Leadership experience, such as supervising associates, running case teams, or managing matters on your own.

A track record of, or real interest in, bringing in business. Strong writing, advocacy, and client-relationship skills. Active California Bar membership in good standing. Trial experience is a strong plus.

Compensation

Base salary range of $180,000 - $220,000, plus quarterly production bonuses, year-end bonuses for hours billed over 1,800 , and commissions on new matters you bring in, with commission rates that increase with seniority. Why This Firm: Paid to grow your book. Origination commissions plus in-house marketing support, including content creation, publication and award nomination support, and event management.

Variety. A broad litigation practice inside a full-service firm, with steady cross-practice referrals. A real path to leadership. Executive coaching, leadership development, and structured career pathway planning. Flexibility. Hybrid or remote options depending on the candidate. Full benefits. Medical, dental, and vision, HSA/FSA, disability and life insurance, an EAP, and a no-cost caregiver support program.

Not actively looking? That’s okay. The best litigators usually aren’t. Reach out confidentially to Career Consulting Partners at [email protected] .