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# Commercial Litigation Associate/Counsel at Barnes & Thornburg LLP

- **Company:** Barnes & Thornburg LLP
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-09-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/barnes/2b9ec7f9-7e14-4742-81ab-8f669fe55277

## Job description

Associate/Counsel - Commercial Litigation Group

Location: Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking an Associate/Counsel to join the Commercial Litigation Group.

Job Requirements:

- Candidates should have 6+ years of litigation experience at a law firm, representing clients in both CA state court, as well as federal court, in all phases of litigation, including: discovery, depositions, motion drafting, and hearings.
- Trial experience or trial preparation experience is a plus.
- Candidates should also demonstrate outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills; as well as possess strong academic credentials from a Top 50 law school.
- The ideal candidate will also be highly motivated to be part of an active trial practice, demonstrate initiative, assume responsibility for client matters, and exhibit the interpersonal skills to work well as part of a large, collaborative team.
- Admission to the California Bar is required.

About the Firm:

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm with 26 offices. The firm and our Commercial Litigation Group have an exceptional reputation for having an inclusive, collegial, and supportive atmosphere, where members of the firm can thrive, learn, and advance in their career.

For more information regarding B&T’s Commercial Litigation Group, please visit: https://btlaw.com/en/work/practices/litigation/commercial-litigation

Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.

## About Barnes & Thornburg LLP

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Barnes & Thornburg LLP is a large, full-service U.S. law firm providing legal services across more than 50 practice areas to clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to entrepreneurial growth companies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (LLP / Partnership)
- **Headquarters**: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- **Founded**: Not publicly available
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Legal Services
- **Target customers**: B2B – Fortune 500 corporations, middle-market companies, entrepreneurial growth companies, and government entities.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “We don’t just grow, we thrive. From day one, you’ll have access to industry-leading support, tools and training, all tailored to meet your needs today — and propel you where you want to go tomorrow.” (from careers page)

## Products & Services
- **[Full-Service Legal Counsel]**: Representation in over 50 practice areas including litigation, labor and employment, intellectual property, corporate, health care, real estate, energy, white collar crime, life sciences, and finance/restructuring.
- **[Client-Focused Platform]**: Customizable rate-setting, origination credit policies, and dedicated business development/marketing teams to help partners grow their practices.
- **[Career Development Programs]**: Structured training for lawyers at every level – BTLaw Academy (junior associates), Pathway to Partnership (mid-to-senior lawyers), and Partner Development Series.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (private partnership)
- **Key Metric**: Employs more than 700 attorneys and other legal professionals; specifically 772 lawyers (including 481 partners) across 24 U.S. offices.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (law firm partnership). No external investors listed.
- **Growth Signals**: Consistent growth trajectory with a lateral retention rate “high above industry average.” Recent expansion of practices in private equity, funds, Latin America, and securities regulation. 24 offices nationwide.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Transparent Partnership Path**: More partners than associates, with clear benchmarks and a structured process to capital partnership.
- **Collaborative Compensation Culture**: Origination credit that recognizes contributions from day one; team success valued over individual tallies.
- **Small-Firm Feel, National Reach**: Despite having 24 offices, the firm emphasizes cross-office collaboration and a collegial environment where individual ideas matter.
- **High Lateral Retention**: Strong integration support and technology infrastructure for seamless moves.

## Strategic Focus
- **Practice Expansion**: Actively building teams in high-growth areas such as private equity, funds, Latin America, and securities regulation.
- **Talent Development**: Investing in formal mentorship, sponsorship (Project Keymaker), and twice-yearly performance evaluations to grow lawyers internally.
- **Client Service**: Maintaining a clients-first culture that prioritizes service and agility in a changing business landscape.

## Why Work Here
- **Career Growth**: Accelerated path to partnership, alternative career paths for those not seeking partnership, and clear compensation structures at every level.
- **Training & Mentorship**: Robust programs like BTLaw Academy, Pathway to Partnership, and one-on-one coaching for legal writing, communication, and time management.
- **Culture**: Described as a workplace that values individuals, not just credentials. Lawyers have a voice through the Legal Talent Development Committee and Associate Committee.
- **Work Environment**: In-office presence expected (multiple U.S. office locations). Hybrid/remote policy not specified; likely office-centric with some flexibility.
- **Notable Perks**: Dedicated business development and marketing support, customizable rate-setting, and a collaborative compensation model that rewards team success.

## Sources
1. [btlaw.com – Careers Overview](https://btlaw.com/en/careers)
2. [btlaw.com – Lawyers & Legal Professionals Careers](https://btlaw.com/en/careers/lawyers)
3. [U.S. News – Barnes & Thornburg LLP Profile](https://law.usnews.com/law-firms/barnes-&-thornburg-llp-613)
4. [jobs.ashbyhq.com – Barnes & Thornburg Jobs](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/barnes)

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