Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel litigation attorney to join its growing practice in San Francisco, California. The firm offers a modern practice model that emphasizes autonomy, ownership, and direct client relationships, catering to a diverse client base across various industries.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of civil litigation, including research, drafting motions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients to advise on litigation risks and strategies.
• Develop and execute a business development plan to expand client base.
• Collaborate with a national team to support clients with national litigation needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of seven years of experience at a national or regional law firm or in-house with a reputable company.
• Experience in financial services or general civil defense litigation is a plus.
• Ability to demonstrate a significant transferrable book of originations for partnership consideration.

Education

• Graduated from a top-tier law school or demonstrate an excellent reputation in the industry.

Certifications

• Bar admission in California.

Skills

• Strong litigation management and client communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to build and expand a litigation practice.
• Interest in collaborating with attorneys across corporate and intellectual property practices.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a modern, flexible practice model.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This firm serves as outside general counsel to successful startups, from founding teams to 300+ person companies. The business-savvy attorneys deliver effective and efficient counsel to companies of all sizes. The firm approaches teamwork intentionally to serve the clients better.