Complex Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel
About the Role
Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune's Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential. We are seeking a mid-level associate (4-6 years of experience) to join our complex litigation group, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an emphasis on product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This position is open to all US offices.
Responsibilities
Our team works on some of the largest, most challenging matters for blue-chip companies worldwide. We are a tight-knit team that is committed to excellent client service, critical thinking, collegiality, and mentorship.
Qualifications
- Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by experience gained through a clerkship, law review, moot court or publication
- Experience with all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial
- Superior academic credentials
- Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice
- Comfort with analyzing complex legal issues, for example contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Clerkship experience, especially at the appellate level, is strongly preferred
- Candidates with a strong interest in the field of aviation, and/or a technical background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or life sciences are especially encouraged to apply, although such interest or experience is not a prerequisite
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Compensation Range: $310,000 to $390,000
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Personal medical and parental leave
- Up to ten paid Holidays
- Family care benefits
Application Materials
To apply, please attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a writing sample. Principals only.