Consumer and Employee Rights Group Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with over five years of litigation experience to join its Consumer and Employee Rights Group in San Francisco, CA. The role involves handling employment, consumer rights, and general commercial litigation matters in both state and federal courts.

Duties

• Manage major case responsibilities, including depositions and dispositive motions.
• Engage in trial proceedings and administrative agency hearings.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Advocate for clients in various legal settings.

Requirements

• 5+ years of litigation experience in state and federal courts.
• Experience in employment law and class actions is a plus.
• California Bar admission.
• Commitment to social justice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.

Benefits

• Firm-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) profit sharing plan and defined benefit plan.
• Employee assistance program.

Attorneys in this firm's San Francisco and Silicon Valley offices lead their fields, serving on the boards of numerous California legal and business organizations, and maintain a humane, collegial work environment. These attorneys are also bilingual in Spanish, Russian, Japanese, and Mandarin, offering personalized and responsive advocacy to international clients within budget constraints.