Job Description

Frankfurt Kurnit Litigation Associate

Our Litigation Group has a deep roster of talented commercial litigators practicing in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies nationwide. Our Los Angeles Litigation Department is a dynamic and growing group of experienced commercial litigators specializing in the film, television, and video game industries.

We are seeking a highly motivated litigation associate who is eager for hands-on responsibility, approaches their work with urgency, and is committed to excellence. The ideal candidate should be a thought-partner in the development and execution of litigation strategies and must demonstrate a desire to push outside their comfort zone by engaging in front-line litigation work.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage deadlines across multiple clients and matters.
• Communicate with clients and colleagues in an effective and timely manner.
• Conduct legal research and analysis, with an ability to explain complicated concepts in a straightforward and accessible way.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and examine witnesses at trial.
• Prepare clear, persuasive, and well-organized letters, pleadings, and motions.
• Draft strategic discovery requests and responses; review documents efficiently with the goal of case analysis and trial preparation.
• Demonstrate comfort in speaking and leading discussion, including with clients and internally.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Highly-experienced in federal and California civil procedure. Familiarity with ADR procedures (e.g., JAMS, AAA, IFTA) a plus.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, strong writing and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, pragmatism, judgment and the ability to problem solve.

Education And Experience

• Ideal for a candidate with at least 3 years of post-law school experience.
• Membership in the California Bar is required.
• Strong academic credentials.

Salary And Schedule

The base salary for this position is $230,000 - $250,000.

The firm supports a hybrid work environment.

Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz offers eligible employees a comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, commuter benefits and retirement plans.

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