We are working with a top Am-Law firm on a confidential search for a second to fifth-year patent litigation associate in the LA office. This is a very rare opportunity to get in on the ground floor with some of the best patent litigators in the nation, who also practice soft IP and licensing across the technology and life sciences industries. Individual litigation verdicts in the hundreds of millions of dollars and a small group ensure unparalleled experience and a friendly work environment at a firm well-known for taking care of its associates in LA.
About the Firm
Chambers-ranked in California
Known for its friendly culture and relaxed atmosphere in LA
Compensation is top of the LA market.
A growing group investing in patent litigation and therefore offering above-average partnership prospects in the BigLaw space
Requirements
1. A second to fifth-year litigation associate with a technology or life sciences background – patent prosecution and general litigation associates with such backgrounds and an interest in patent litigation are encouraged to apply.
3. Life sciences backgrounds preferred: bio, chem, biomedical, and related engineering disciplines.
4. Open to local and relocation candidates – CA bar exam must have been taken in July of 2019 at a minimum for candidates relocating from out of state.
Law firms and companies throughout the world are always looking for the best legal talent to bolster their various practice groups. This past week, the below companies added talent to their already impressive legal teams.
The role is a quasi-legal role that involves underwriting Reps & Warranties insurance for M&A deals. R&W insurance is a relatively new insurance product that has become increasingly common in M&A deals over the past 5 years, especially in the PE context.
All in compensation for this position is strong for in-house in the Atlanta area, particularly for junior to mid-level associates. And when profit-sharing kicks in the third year, candidates have the potential to more than double their salary.
Compensation:
Negotiable (approximately $200k all-in)
Other Benefits & Perks:
Free lunch every day in the office
Gym membership allowance
Bar Dues
Excellent health benefits.
Flexible work schedule (once training is complete).
Collegial and collaborative work environment.
Occasional travel to NYC, Chicago and London.
No billable hours!
Required Experience:
Candidates must at least one year of transactional experience in a large law firm. One to five years of experience is the general range, although this company will consider candidates with more experience in certain circumstances.
Ideal candidates will have:
M&A experience or significant exposure to M&A transactions, such a finance associate who supports M&A deals. This company will consider other transactional candidates with an interest in M&A/R&W insurance.
M&A experience in the PE space is a plus.
Accounting or finance undergraduate/graduate degrees also a plus.
Preference for Biglaw experience.
Contact:
Marion Wilson, Director (mwilson@laterallink.com).
Law firms and companies throughout the world are always looking for the best legal talent to bolster their various practice groups. This past week, the below companies added talent to their already impressive legal teams.
Getting the interview is the first step. Getting the job offer is what you really want. We always tell our candidates to secure the job offer so that you are the one making the decision. Otherwise, you don’t really have an option from which choose. That said, interview preparation is a crucial step oftentimes overlooked in the process for those who think that can just wing it.
Know Your Resume. Preparation is key. If your plan is to go to the interview and just “fake it until you make it,” you will never make it. Your résumé is not sufficient enough to get you the job anymore. Back in the day, the interview process was merely a formality and a way for firms to screen out people who were completely socially inept. Today, you have to factor in many components and make certain you follow these steps:
Know your résumé inside and out, and prepare yourself to speak in detail about your cases or transactions. The interview is your chance to shine and further expand on everything you have accomplished up until this point. Take a video of yourself answering common interview questions and ask for constructive feedback.
Act with confidence, not arrogance. It is not everyday that you have to spend hours discussing your accomplishments. You need to develop a simple sales pitch highlighting your strengths, accomplishments and experiences, all without sounding like an arrogant summer associate who is inquiring about early partnership prospects. There is a balance.
Know the Interviewers. One of the most important items is to research your interviewers. Before you set foot in the interviewer’s office, make sure you know your audience. Look for interesting common connections, past wins, anything that ties you and the interviewer together. There are numerous sources that provide specific background. Most obviously, a firm’s website. Next up, LinkedIn. Lastly, the great mass of social media posts from Instagram to Facebook. Most importantly, talk to your recruiter who, if worth their grain of salt, should know the personalities from prior interviewees who have gone through the process. The goal is to demonstrate both your genuine interest in and deep knowledge of the firm.
Show Your Knowledge. You want the interviewer to know you are taking the process seriously and want the job. Every interviewer will ask you if you have any questions, and it is important to have thoughtful and relevant questions prepared as it shows a great deal of interest. Also, adjust your questions based on the flow of the interview. Don’t sound like a robot. You shouldn’t ask an equity partner the same question as a senior associate. Know your audience. Use segues when appropriate, especially if the conversation begins to dwindle, but never completely hijack the interview.
Dress the Part. Look professional, respectful and hungry. Don’t pull up in a Ferrari, wearing a Rolex watch and popping a Gucci pocket square. Dress to the standards of the environment. That means, likely no denim, unless your interview is with Quinn Emanuel, but even there, we’d recommend a more professional look. When in doubt, think simple and appropriate, not flashy. Take, for example, Andrea SoRelle, Principal at Lateral Link.
You may be surprised to know that there are four other candidates just as strong as you are who are interviewing for the same ONE spot. The candidate attending an interview without sufficient preparation demonstrates to the decision maker a lack of interest, which will ultimately result in a lukewarm reception to your candidacy. Let Lateral Link help guide you through a successful interview to a job offer. Contact us today and allow one of our seasoned legal recruiters prepare you for the big day.
CONFIDENTIAL – Register for more information on this INCREDIBLE opportunity.
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
About the Position & Requirements:
We are working directly with the top, Chambers-ranked (Band 1) Real Estate group, located in Los Angeles. We work very closely with the partners who lead the group.
Any attorneys with:
Strong academic credentials and transactional real estate experience are encouraged to contact us, regardless of seniority.
Furthermore, any attorneys interested in exploring the possibility of retooling their practice from corporate to real estate are welcome to apply.
*Note: The firm compensates at the TOP of the Los Angeles market, while offering unparalleled opportunities for professional development and long-term career prospects, whether in the form of making partner or securing a premier in-house role.
Please contact Zach Sandberg ()for more information.
Law firms are always looking for the best legal talent to bolster their various practice groups. This past week, Allen Matkins, Mayer Brown, Jones Day, Baker Botts and Allen & Overy made some additions to their already impressive teams.
You are looking to make a lateral move to another Biglaw firm. You make a checklist of things you want from your next move. You want to work for a firm that provides a good environment, partners that are willing to help with all your questions, mentors throughout the firm, higher salaries to help with that massive student loan and a chance to move up fairly quickly. There is never a perfect choice as lots of good options exist — but Lateral Link can help get you as close to a perfect situation as possible.
Keep in mind that the field you have chosen comes with expectations that might seem daunting when you sit and think about it. An all in compensation increase is usually a big factor. But the initial starting compensation isn’t as meaningful as the long term upside. I oftentimes see attorneys make long term decisions without considering the real long-term compensation differences. At the very least, you should know the lockstep associate ranges, and even more important, the partnership prospects and that that actually means should you receive the invitation.
Before deciding on which firm to join, consider these tips, provided by Lateral Link…
Don’t believe everything you hear. While in law school, many students hear various things about specific law firms. Word of advice? Don’t listen. Every experience is different, every situation is different. Law students must understand that there is no “one” perfect firm. Most things you hear during your law school tenure are inaccurate, superficial, and out of date. Students should use their lawyerly skepticism without being cynical. The publicly available rankings are mostly fluff. The reality is that every firm changes its composition every year based on the lateral movements, both in and out, that the firm realizes. Take Dewey for example:
Balancing work and life is always challenging – no matter which firm you choose. It seems like the moment you decide to start a family is the exact same moment your legal career is at its busiest. You have chosen a tough and demanding profession. The years when you learn your craft, develop your specialty, gain acceptance, earn a promotion, and cement relationships with clients are in direct and substantial conflict with the years when you start and raise your family. That will not change. What you can do is discuss with your life partner the choices you are going to make in order to manage the process as effectively as possible. Additionally, U.S News & World Report provided some pointers on How To Handle Workplace Stress.
Do not assume that size always matters. Do not assume that taking a job at a smaller law firm necessarily means less hours and kumbaya in the office. Many lawyers who make the leap from large firms to small firms are dismally surprised when the hours and pressure does not change, and even more troubled that what they thought was a millennial culture with group hugs and unlimited kombucha on tap is actually a firm where the pressure to produce is paramount. To that end, sometimes in house roles actually require more hours and less pay than what you would see at a law firm. This information isn’t readily available via online resources or self-flattery. A good recruiter will know the difference in expectations among various career options.
Choose a firm based on the people. Pick a firm based on the people. The structural components are helpful, but ultimately, decision makers make the decisions that will most affect where you fit in the structure. Who cares if a firm has $4mm PPP when you are invited into the partnership. You may be better off with a firm that has much lower metrics if you are someone who stands out and is rightfully recognized.
For those of you who are not parents but believe that that is in your future, there is really no way to put into words the benefits and burdens of parenting. It’s the most rewarding and demanding job you will ever have. It’s unpredictable, time-consuming, draining, exhausting, and fascinating. And that’s just in the first few days after you bring a child home from the hospital. Setting aside the moments of wonder and awe — it is also tiring and difficult. There are days when your eyelids ache. There are nights when you can’t sort the burdens of work from the burdens of parenting. You will experience sleepless dawns followed by demanding days.
So what’s the moral of the story? There is no perfect firm, and anyone who says there is probably also has a bridge to sell you and doesn’t deserve your trust. But there are better options more aligned with your career goals. Contact one of our well-versed recruiters today to discuss your specific goals so that we can create a bespoke plan that fits your needs.
Our client is a full-service law firm with more than 130 attorneys and a growing number of service-based practice groups. The firm has a regional presence in the Northeast, with offices from Maine to Washington, D.C., allowing them to serve clients with interests across the country and around the world. Through scalable staffing, careful communication and skillful project management, this firm helps individuals and businesses achieve their goals in a manner that suits their unique legal needs and preferred work methods.
Requirements
3-5 years of experience with an emphasis on advising on employment & labor issues;
Litigation experience is a plus;
Proven track record with good writing samples;
General ability to fully analyze difficult issues;
Commitment to Maine;
Business-focused mindset with a desire to grow their practice.
Law firms are always looking for the best legal talent to bolster their various practice groups. This past week, Holland & Hart, Greenberg Traurig, Sheppard Mullin, Allen Matkins and Shearman & Sterling made some additions to their already impressive teams.
