ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – AVIATION

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Aviation Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded team handling complex aviation-related litigation matters. The position offers flexibility, with the option to work hybrid or fully remote within California, while collaborating with a dynamic and globally connected legal team.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 3-5 years of substantive litigation experience
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal briefs
• Strong legal research skills using platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, or Nexis
• Experience preparing correspondence, opinion letters, and client reports
• Ability to manage document review and discovery processes
• Courtroom exposure, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, is preferred
• Aviation industry experience is a plus
• Federal court admission is a plus
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Why Join Us?

The team is known for its deep subject-matter expertise, strong mentorship, and collaborative environment. For attorneys seeking to build a career in complex litigation within a high-performing yet collegial practice, this role provides exceptional training, professional development, and long-term advancement potential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $160,000–$200,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

Application Requirements