Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney in San Diego, California. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and is open to applicants from across the United States, with potential for reporting to other regional offices.

Duties

• Manage all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery, oversee e-discovery, and take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and internal teams to develop case strategy and achieve successful outcomes.
• Effectively manage multiple matters while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional client service.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the applicable state bar.
• 5-15+ years of commercial litigation experience handling matters in state and federal courts.
• Experience managing all phases of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, and e-discovery.
• Strong motion practice experience, including drafting motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment.
• Proficiency conducting legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Class action litigation experience is a plus.
• Cyber, privacy, or technology litigation experience is a plus, but not required.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the applicable state bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Analytical and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently.
• Collaborative team player.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and competitive compensation.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

The San Diego office of this national firm is known for defending against various forms of liability claims, as well as insurance and employment claims. This firm is on the rise and experienced a big increase in business last year to put it on the way to becoming one of the top-grossing firms in the country.