Associate Attorney

Company Description

Salisian LLP is a boutique litigation firm founded in 2010. The firm represents clients in complex litigation and at any stage of enterprise development, in practice areas that include business litigation, real estate litigation, business formation and development, commercial collections, sports and entertainment law, bankruptcy litigation, insurance coverage, product liability, appellate practice, and class action defense. The attorneys at Salisian LLP are known for being responsive, reliable, and strategically minded, committed to achieving client success .

Role Description

This is a full time Junior to Mid-Level Associate Attorney role with Salisian LLP. The Associate Attorney will work closely with partners and other associates on a variety of civil litigation matters, assisting with all phases of litigation from inception through resolution in state and federal courts and arbitration. This includes drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and other court filings, making court appearances, attending depositions and mediations, and assisting with trial preparation. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney early in their career looking to develop their litigation skills, taking on meaningful responsibility, and grow within a supportive boutique environment. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office location in Los Angeles, CA.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of relevant civil litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Experience in one or more of the firm's practice areas is a strong plus
• Hands-on litigation experience including drafting motions, managing discovery, and court appearances is a strong plus
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team, with a collaborative mindset and interest in growing with the firm
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school (Top 100 preferred)
• Admission to the California State Bar

Compensation

• $135,000 – $175,000 base salary per year, depending on experience
• Monthly bonus for billable hours above 150 hours per month and origination bonuses ranging from 10%-20% for clients brought to the firm (historically these incentives have increased associate compensation by approximately 7%-15% above base salary annually)
• Annual discretionary Bonus

Benefits

• Medical insurance (Blue Shield) - firm covers 75% of employee premiums and 25% of dependent premiums. Dental (Guardian) and Vision (Guardian) insurance available
• Free life insurance with $25,000 death benefit; optional supplemental life insurance ($175,000 benefit) available at a small premium with no medical exam required
• 401(k) retirement plan after 1 year of continuous employment
• 16 paid days off annually - 9 days PTO, 6 days Sick Leave, and 1 floating holiday. PTO increases by one additional week after every 5 years of continuous employment.
• Firm-observed paid holidays
• Fully paid parking or fully reimbursed monthly Metro pass
• Laptop and home office equipment provided by the firm
• Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office per week, with full flexibility to choose your own days. No advance approval required
• $1,000 annual marketing reimbursement for business development activities including CLE events, networking, and professional conferences
• Business casual attire in the office; Fridays are casual days
• Active Social Committee with regular firm events (past events have included Dodger game outings, food tours, murder mystery nights, trivia nights, escape rooms, sound baths, bowling, and community volunteer events
• Collaborative boutique environment with direct partner mentorship
• Opportunity to build your own book of business over time

To Apply

Please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript.