Whistleblower and Consumer Protection Class Action Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 3-10 years of experience to join its whistleblower and consumer protection class actions practice groups in Burlingame, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases alongside esteemed attorneys, providing a dynamic and rewarding professional environment.

Duties

• Engage in pre-filing investigations and client intake.
• Draft complaints and manage law and motion activities.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Oversee complex discovery and electronic stored information (ESI).
• Collaborate with experts and prepare for trials.
• Participate in bench and jury trials, as well as appeals.

Requirements

• 3-10 years of litigation experience.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Experience with depositions and court proceedings.
• Experience managing complex discovery and ESI.
• Prior federal clerkship is a plus, but not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management abilities.
• Ability to work well in diverse teams and independently.
• Creative and public-spirited with a positive growth mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Reimbursement for MCLE programs, including travel seminars and conferences.
• Opportunities for remote work.
• Participation in a company 401K plan with discretionary matching.

Focusing on antitrust law, commercial litigation, intellectual property, employment law, consumer protection, personal injury cases, and other practice areas, this firm has earned a national reputation. By providing innovative approaches to complex matters in a cost-effective manner, the firm and its lawyers are recognized by clients, the legal community, and business groups. The team of lawyers is dedicated to principles of law, work ethic, and fair justice. Believing in a diverse team helps the firm to earn the desired success. With three offices in California and New York, the firm has obtained multi-million dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients over the years. Dedicating to giving back, the lawyers volunteer and support local communities. The firm supports different fellowships and grants to provide all citizens access to the justice system.