Job Description: Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Aviation Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded team handling complex aviation litigation. The position offers flexibility, with the option to work in a hybrid or fully remote capacity within California, while collaborating with a dynamic and globally connected legal team.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings
Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
Interview clients, eyewitnesses, and other relevant parties
Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy
Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers
Assist in all phases of case development, litigation strategy, and trial preparation
Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision
Candidate Profile
JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
3-5 years of substantive litigation experience
Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal briefs
Strong legal research skills using platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, or Nexis
Experience preparing correspondence, opinion letters, and client reports
Ability to manage document review and discovery processes
Courtroom exposure, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, is preferred
Aviation industry experience is a plus
Federal court admission is a plus
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
