Senior Business Dispute Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Business Dispute Attorney in San Francisco, CA, to lead its litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing practice group, mentor junior attorneys, and engage in high-level commercial litigation. The position focuses on serving sophisticated small businesses and high-net-worth entrepreneurs in complex disputes.

Duties

• Lead strategy and execution for complex commercial matters.
• Draft and respond to complaints, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Handle mediation, arbitration, and remote court appearances.
• Manage client relationships through proactive communication.
• Delegate work strategically to junior attorneys.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys.
• Collaborate on the growth and structure of the litigation group.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 10+ years of litigation experience, including complex business disputes.
• Proven courtroom and ADR skills.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience supervising and mentoring other attorneys.
• Strong case management and organizational skills.
• Technologically proficient with remote work tools.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active California Bar license.

Skills

• Client-centered and responsive.
• Clear communicator and strategic thinker.
• Kind but direct in mentoring others.
• Tech-comfortable and self-directed.
• Flexible and invested in growth.

Benefits

• Truly flexible schedule.
• Fully remote team.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Profit sharing plan.
• Home office and business development reimbursement.
• Bonuses start accruing at 1,000 billable hours collected.

This small law firm specializes in general counsel, funding and investment, intellectual property, and real property. The firm is recognized as one of the top business law firms in California. The firm helps the clients grow their businesses, and when the time is right, navigate them to a successful exit.