Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced litigation associate to join their team in San Francisco, California. The candidate should have a minimum of four years of litigation experience, with a preference for those familiar with healthcare litigation, contract disputes, and business torts. This role offers the opportunity to gain substantial legal experience in key economic sectors.

Duties

• Proactively manage deadlines across multiple clients and matters.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis.
• Communicate with clients and colleagues in a straightforward and accessible manner.
• Exhibit strong writing skills for letters, pleadings, and motions.
• Draft strategic discovery requests and responses.
• Review documents efficiently for case analysis and trial preparation.
• Prepare for, take, and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in arbitration hearings and trials.

Requirements

• At least 4 years' post-law school experience.
• Membership in the California Bar.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Pragmatic approach, excellent judgment, and pride in work.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California Bar.

Skills

• Complex legal research and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Efficient document review and case analysis.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.

Representing individuals and corporate clients, this firm specializes in corporate, litigation, healthcare regulation, insurance, and risk management. The firm also has significant experience in accreditation disputes, antitrust defense, and representing nonprofit, tax-exempt entities.