Experienced Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced litigation associate attorney in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of experience in complex commercial litigation, including trademark/copyright, trade secrets, antitrust, and class actions. A strong academic record from a top law school and a federal or state supreme court clerkship are preferred.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and writing.
• Draft demand letters, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Manage large document collection and production.
• Engage in all phases of discovery.
• Participate in trials and arbitrations.
• Supervise junior associates on case teams.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Collaborate across various teams.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Strong academic record from a top law school.
• Federal or state supreme court clerkship preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, energetic attitude and dedicated work ethic.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a top law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in California.

Skills

• Strong research and writing capabilities.
• Experience in trial and arbitration.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior associates.
• Proficient in managing document collection and production.

This innovative boutique Law Firm provides a strategic and unique approach to legal service based on clients' needs. This firm is a recognizable consultant for public and private enterprises and financial institutions with representation on both coasts of the country. Their professional team regularly defends clients in complex group actions, trade secrets, antitrust law, intellectual property, unfair competition, employment, mergers and acquisitions, founders' disputes, litigation, and bankruptcy cases. Part of their mission is to actively practice pro-bono trials to represent the interests of leading human rights and environmental organizations on a wide range of issues, including immigration and civil disputes. This firm is well-known for its fantastic benefits and career development opportunities. Easily accessible by public transportation, the firm hosts its staff in newly renovated office spaces located in the hearts of San Francisco and New York City.