Litigation Associate

Hiring on behalf of a national AmLaw 100 firm

Location: New Orleans, LA

Practice Group: Logistics, Energy & Manufacturing Litigation

Experience Level: 3+ Years

Schedule: In‑office with some hybrid flexibility

Bar Requirement: Must be admitted to the Louisiana Bar

This nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm has more than 650+ attorneys across 26 offices
, offering full‑service legal representation across 30+ practice areas
. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, strong professional development programs, and deep industry expertise.

The New Orleans office seeks a Litigation Associate with 3+ years of experience to join the Logistics, Energy, and Manufacturing Litigation Group. The work is active, diverse, and spans both federal and state court matters nationwide.

This role is ideal for an attorney who is academically strong, skilled in analysis and writing, and eager to take on meaningful responsibility.

• Work on complex litigation matters including:
• Energy and environmental litigation (strongly preferred)
• Business litigation
• Complex tort and product liability matters
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and discovery
• Handle depositions, discovery management, and motion practice
• Collaborate with partners and associates across offices
• Manage matters with attention to detail, strategic judgment, and strong communication

• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
• Practical experience with:
• Depositions
• Discovery
• Motion practice
• Background in energy or environmental litigation preferred
• Experience in business litigation, torts, products liability, or insurance coverage is a significant plus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be barred in Louisiana (required)

The firm offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Multiple medical plan options
• FSA (medical + dependent care)
• Supplemental life, accident, cancer, and long‑term care plans
• College savings plan
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Counseling and wellness programs
• Paid professional membership dues for legal support staff