Litigation and Dispute Resolution Midlevel Associate

Job Description

At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us.

Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.

We are seeking a Midlevel Commercial Disputes Associate to join our Orange County office. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in litigation, with the ability to manage cases independently from inception to resolution.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional legal analysis, strategic thinking, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities :

• Manage a caseload of complex litigation matters from start to finish, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Develop and implement case strategies in collaboration with other team members to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Conduct depositions, witness interviews, and all aspects of discovery.
• Prepare and argue motions and briefs before state and federal courts.
• Communicate effectively with clients to keep them informed of case developments and negotiate settlements when appropriate.
• Stay current on legal developments, trends, and best practices in litigation.
• Assist with business development efforts, including client presentations and networking events.

Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience practicing litigation law, with a focus on commercial litigation preferred.
• Strong litigation skills, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in court.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make strategic decisions.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
• Experience with electronic discovery and litigation support tools preferred.

Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service.

Please contact Je Myung, Legal Recruiting Manager, at with any questions.

Base Compensation $270,000.00 to $345,000.00 / year

The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

ABOUT THE FIRM

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.

S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit.

We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.

The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients.

The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve.

We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.