Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate

We are actively seeking a litigation associate with at least 3 years of experience in general commercial, securities, business, and intellectual property litigation. A law degree from a top-tier law school and California bar membership are required. The candidate must be capable of working and learning independently. Ideally, the applicant will have large‑firm experience and subject‑matter expertise in intellectual property litigation.

Grellas Shah LLP’s commercial litigation practice spans general commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, securities litigation, cross‑border disputes, employment litigation, and international and domestic arbitration. The firm’s client base is primarily in the technology and financial services industries, and it also represents companies across a range of industries in commercial litigation matters.

Ours is a growing, thriving firm—an excellent place to develop or expand critical skills in a firm that sets high standards for sophisticated litigation work.

Please visit our website at  to find out more about who we are and what we do.

• Handle commercial litigation matters across a broad range of industries.
• Take depositions and argue motions in state and federal courts.
• Draft and oppose a range of motions and responses to discovery.
• Manage complex litigation, including electronic discovery (ESI).
• Work independently and learn quickly to support the firm’s high standards.

• JD from a top‑tier law school.
• At least 3 years of successful experience with a large firm handling commercial litigation.
• Experience in trade‑secret, copyright, or trademark litigation particularly helpful.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Experience managing complex litigation, taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, drafting motions, responding to discovery, and handling ESI.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, and resourceful with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability to develop strong client relationships and work effectively within a team‑oriented environment.
• Admittance to the California Bar.