Mid-Level Litigation Associate

Job Overview:

A growing, San Francisco-based litigation firm is seeking a Mid-Level Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of experience to join its team. This is an equity partner track position, ideal for an attorney looking for challenging and rewarding cases in a boutique environment. The firm offers a collegial atmosphere with a strong work-life balance, a flexible hybrid work model, and the opportunity for career advancement. The successful candidate will have a direct role in handling business and real estate disputes while working with clients and opposing counsel.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Handle all stages of litigation, from discovery through to trial.
• Conduct written discovery and manage document review.
• Research and draft pleadings and motions.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Develop a book of business and progress toward partnership.
• Manage client relationships and ensure client satisfaction.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong experience with written discovery, research, and drafting pleadings and motions.
• Familiarity with document review platforms and cloud-based technology (Dropbox, Google Workspace).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and thorough legal work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• California Bar admission.
• Solid academic credentials.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting and managing document review.
• Expertise in drafting legal pleadings and motions.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written.
• Experience with cloud-based applications and legal document review platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases.

Benefits:

• Health insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Bonus opportunities for business origination and billed hours.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Collegial work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

This firm specializes in business and real estate litigation. The lawyers have years of experience in trials and arbitrations, and they have resolved countless disputes through mediation and negotiations. Also, they volunteer their time to the legal community and low-income individuals and nonprofits through the Bar Association of San Francisco.