Law and Motion Associate

About the role

O'Melveny & Myers LLP is seeking outstanding associates (5th to 7th year) with law and motion experience to lead law and motion work in advance of trial and serve as embedded appellate counsel at trial. This position offers significant opportunities to take ownership of high-profile litigation, work closely with trial teams, and develop as a strategic leader in complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead law and motion work in advance of trial
• Serve as embedded appellate counsel at trial, partnering closely with trial counsel to preserve issues for appeal, develop legal strategy, and lead briefing on complex legal issues
• Manage multiple significant matters simultaneously
• Manage complex litigation workflows and coordinate across multiple teams
• Help drive strategy in cases proceeding toward trial
• Supervise junior attorneys
• Communicate effectively with partners, clients, experts, and co-counsel

Qualifications

• 5th to 7th year associate level
• Excellent academic credentials
• Demonstrated experience in brief writing and case management
• Experience and proficiency with all forms of written advocacy at the trial level—including dispositive motions, evidentiary motions, jury instructions, and verdict forms
• Experience working with large multi-member teams
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and manage competing deadlines

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience on matters
• Experience managing law and motion teams specifically for trial
• Experience working on MDLs, bellwether trials, and coordinated state court proceedings
• Experience serving in embedded appellate roles
• Experience in the product liability and mass tort space
• Clerkships

Pay

The salary range in Los Angeles for this role is $310,000 - $390,000. The actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.