Associate Attorney needed for San Francisco office

Job Overview: A law firm in San Francisco, CA, seeks an Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in employment or complex litigation defense, traditional labor law, and/or employment counseling. Strong academic credentials, exceptional writing and analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate within a growing practice are essential.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex employment and labor law matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in various legal proceedings, including hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and client matters.
• Provide legal counsel to clients on employment-related issues and compliance matters.
• Assisted with client development activities and participated in business development initiatives.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience in employment or complex litigation defense.
• Familiarity with class and representative actions, single-plaintiff actions, and traditional labor law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Analytical reasoning.
• Client counseling and advocacy.
• Case management and organization.
• Team collaboration and communication.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.