Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented Litigation Attorney for its San Francisco, CA office. This role offers the chance to work on sophisticated and high-impact matters within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, providing meaningful responsibility and long-term career growth opportunities.

Duties

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and oral arguments.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic case updates.
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters.
• Assist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case management.

Requirements

• J.D. degree with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to practice in California required.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation preferred.
• Experience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and other professional liability matters is highly preferred.

Education

• J.D. degree

Certifications

• Admission to practice in California

Skills

• Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic litigation environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid scheduling flexibility.
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys.
• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

This nationwide firm is known for practicing in a wide range of areas including Employment and Labor Law, Real Estate, Insurance, Financial Services, Class Action, Construction Law, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, and many others. This firm has earned numerous recognitions for its professional achievements and excellence. For over three decades, the firm has grown to 13 offices throughout the United States and over 180 attorneys. The highly experienced and skilled attorneys come from diverse backgrounds and provide clients with the most innovative and cost-effective solutions. Committed to diversity, the firm recruits lawyers and legal professionals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. The firm offers competitive compensation with a full benefits package and an opportunity for an annual bonus. Fostering a collaborative environment, the firm provides the opportunity to build the career, relationships, and reputation every employee desires.,In addition, the firm encourages all lawyers to take active leadership roles in various professional organizations.