Lateral Partner, Commercial Litigation — Los Angeles

A lateral partner hire of this kind is decided by what the practice can carry across, more than on any single number.

Lead and grow a busy commercial litigation practice in a major Los Angeles office of a national law firm. The role involves managing high‑stakes civil disputes, supervising associates, and developing business across regional and national clients.

Ideal candidates will be courtroom‑proven trial lawyers with experience handling complex commercial matters, strong client relationships, and a track record of originating work.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
• Significant experience as lead counsel on complex commercial litigation matters
• Proven trial and courtroom experience and ability to manage teams
• Established client relationships and demonstrable origination skills

Where the match is not obvious from the description, a conversation is still worth having — the specification tends to follow the practice.