Complex Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is a leading international law firm listed on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We foster a dynamic firm culture based on collaboration, dedication to serving clients, and mutual respect, where all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

About the role

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. The role emphasizes product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This position is open to all US offices.

Responsibilities

• Handle all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial
• Analyze complex legal issues such as contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law matters
• Provide excellent client service in a client-centered practice

Requirements

• Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by experience gained through a clerkship, law review, moot court, or publication
• Superior academic credentials
• Clerkship experience, especially at the appellate level, is strongly preferred
• Strong interest in aviation and/or a technical background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or life sciences (not required)

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Personal medical and parental leave
• Up to ten paid holidays
• Family care benefits

Pay

Annual compensation range: $310,000 to $390,000