Litigation Associate

New Orleans, LA

Full Time

Legal

Mid Level

Our client, a prominent national law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2 to 5 years of experience (Class of 2020–2023) to join their New Orleans office. This is a full-time onsite role offering substantial litigation experience in a highly respected practice.

The ideal candidate will bring exceptional academic credentials, strong writing and analytical abilities, and hands-on litigation experience, including expert witness development, discovery, depositions, and motion practice.

This role offers a lock-step compensation model that increases annually, and it’s a great opportunity for a focused and motivated attorney to contribute meaningfully to complex commercial litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

Manage complex commercial litigation cases from inception through resolution.
Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
Participate in depositions, discovery, and expert witness preparation.
Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on litigation strategy and client communication.
Represent clients in court proceedings and hearings as needed.

Qualifications

JD from an accredited U.S. law school
2 to 5 years of complex commercial litigation experience (Required)
Active admission to the Louisiana State Bar (Required)
Defense-side experience preferred
Strong academic credentials
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Stable work history (no temp/contract backgrounds)

Salary & Benefits

Base Salary: $165,000 (2nd year associate) to $180,000 (5th year associate), lock-step model
Bonus Eligibility: Yes (annual performance-based bonus)
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k)
Paid time off and professional development support

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