Senior Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled and motivated Senior Litigation Associate with 4-5 years of heavy litigation experience for its Silicon Valley office in San Jose, California. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills, along with the ability to manage a busy caseload and meet case deadlines.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and draft high-quality legal documents.
• Manage multiple cases and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 to 5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong attention to detail and work ethic.
• Motivation to serve clients at the highest level.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Annual telecommute budget to support remote work.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.
• Annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.
• Pro bono program with billable credit for up to 40 hours.
• Yearly budget for continuing legal education and conferences.

Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With 10 offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned a great reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.