Litigation Associate Business Litigation

Job Description

Role Summary

Our client, a well-established mid-sized law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with at least five years of business litigation experience. This role involves supporting complex litigation matters, drafting key legal filings, and participating in hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.

This opportunity is suited for an attorney interested in developing a long-term practice within a collaborative firm environment while taking on meaningful responsibility for client matters and litigation strategy.Key Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and client advisement

Draft pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and other litigation-related documents

Assist with case preparation for hearings, settlement negotiations, and trials

Manage aspects of client matters under the supervision of senior attorneys

Contribute to litigation strategy through strong research, writing, and analytical workRequired Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active membership in a U.S. state bar (California licensure required)

Minimum of 5 years of business litigation experience in private practice

Strong working knowledge of applicable civil procedure and evidence rules

Experience handling client matters with increasing responsibility

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Interest in building a long-term career within a mid-sized law firm environmentPreferred Qualifications

Experience working in a collaborative, team-oriented legal environmentCompensation & Work Model

Base Salary: $145,000 – $165,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Model: Hybrid with telework flexibility

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

401(k) plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Flexible/no-accrual vacation policy

Professional development and training opportunities

Attorneys may be based in one of our client’s Bay Area offices, with occasional travel between office locations as needed.

Full-time

Hybrid remote