Media & Entertainment Litigation Associate

Media & Entertainment Litigation Associate (Mid-Level)

Location: Hybrid Los Angeles or San Francisco CA
Compensation: $225000 $290000 base salary bonus full benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

HireNow Staffing is partnering with a premier Am Law 100 firm to identify a seasoned Media & Entertainment Litigation Associate for its highly regarded practice group. This opportunity is best suited for a litigator who values precision intellectual rigor and teamworkand who wants exposure to complex high-profile disputes at the intersection of entertainment media and emerging technology.

This is a selective search. Candidates must meet the stated experience academic and firm pedigree requirements to be considered for interview.

The Opportunity

This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience within a collaborative and high-performing team. Associates are not siloed or limited to narrow tasks; instead they are entrusted with real responsibility and direct partner interaction early in their tenure.

The practice advises and represents leading companies and creators across film television digital platforms and technology-driven content. Matters often involve cutting-edge legal questions including those arising from new distribution models digital media and artificial intelligence.

What Youll Do

• Represent prominent clients across the entertainment media and technology sectors

• Litigate complex disputes involving film television digital content and emerging technologies

• Take a substantive role in all phases of litigation including:

  • Fact development and discovery strategy

  • Drafting and arguing motions

  • Case assessment and litigation planning

• Collaborate closely with partners on case strategy and client counseling

• Interface directly with clients developing trusted-advisor skills

• Contribute to matters that shape how content and media are created distributed and protected

What Sets Successful Candidates Apart

Excellence in Execution

• Proven experience handling complex litigation matters with care accuracy and discipline

• Strong judgment and attention to detail particularly in written advocacy

• Commitment to refining legal analysis and improving brief-writing craft

Strategic Problem-Solving

• Ability to think beyond precedent and anticipate evolving legal risks

• Practical solutions-oriented mindset tailored to sophisticated client needs

Collaboration & Team Engagement

• Comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment

• Willingness to mentor junior associates and contribute to team development

• Professional responsive and client-focused communication style

Drive & Resilience

• Ability to manage demanding workloads and high stakes matters effectively

• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for challenging litigation

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following to be considered:

• 35 years of litigation experience only (strict requirement)

• Background at an Am Law 100/200 firm or a large well-regarded regional firm

• Stellar academic credentials

• Demonstrated strength in legal research analysis and writing

• Active California bar admission

• Stable employment history showing professional progression

Preferred Qualifications (Strongly Emphasized)

Candidates meeting these criteria will receive priority consideration.

• Direct experience with media entertainment or technology-related litigation

• Exposure to disputes involving digital content intellectual property or emerging tech

• Demonstrated interest in the business and legal evolution of entertainment and media

• Comfort working on matters with public visibility or novel legal questions

Why This Role Stands Out

• Access to high-impact intellectually engaging matters

• Early responsibility and meaningful client interaction

• Collaborative culture that values quality curiosity and mentorship

• Competitive compensation with full benefits and bonus structure

• Hybrid flexibility in Los Angeles or San Francisco

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. Responsibilities may evolve based on client needs and practice demands.