Business Litigation Attorney | Lead Complex Commercial Cases with Global Reach
Compensation: Salary range: $140,000 – $200,000 (negotiable) + bonus
Are you a skilled litigator ready to step into a leadership role with a high-performing team?
Our client, a boutique firm specializing in international business litigation and M&A, is seeking a Business Litigation Attorney to lead its litigation department. With a caseload that spans contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, commercial collections, and IP infringement, this is an opportunity to manage sophisticated matters for a diverse international client base.
This role is ideal for an attorney with 5–10 years of experience in business litigation who thrives in high-stakes environments and wants hands-on involvement in complex, trial-ready cases.
What You’ll Do:- Manage a litigation docket of 10–20 active matters
- Handle cases involving:
- Breach of contract (plaintiff and defense)
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Commercial debt recovery
- Intellectual property infringement
- Represent clients in court, mediation, arbitration, and at trial
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements
- Advise international business clients on litigation strategy and risk
- Collaborate with bilingual in-house legal staff and expert witnesses
- Stay current on legal developments in commercial and cross-border litigation
What We’re Looking For:- 5–10 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice in California
- Strong research and written advocacy skills
- Courtroom presence and ability to manage trial preparation
- Cultural sensitivity and experience working with international clients
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Why Join This Firm?- Leadership role in a firm with over 80 active cases and 10+ trials per year
- Hands-on work with international clients and complex commercial disputes
- Performance-based year-end bonus (typically 0.5–1 month’s salary)
- Emphasis on quality of work over billable minimums (1,500 hours/year target)
- Full-time in-office preferred, with flexibility for hybrid arrangements
Compensation & Benefits:- Salary range: $140,000 – $200,000 (negotiable)
- Annual performance bonus
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Monday–Friday schedule
If you're a seasoned litigator ready to lead a sophisticated caseload with global impact, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your legal career today.
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