Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience to work on complex business litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have excellent research skills and experience drafting pleadings, briefs, and motions in both state and federal court. Preference will be given to candidates with eDiscovery and deposition experience. Admission to the State Bar of California is required.

Duties:

• Handle a caseload of complex business litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Assist in eDiscovery processes as needed.
• Participate in depositions and other litigation-related proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of experience in litigation, preferably in complex business litigation.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, briefs, and motions.
• Familiarity with eDiscovery processes is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Litigation strategy.
• Communication.
• Time management.
• Attention to detail.

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this full-service firm is very well-known for its appellate work. Insiders claim the firm actively encourages its attorneys to maintain a life outside of the office and the minimum billable requirement is only 1,900 hours/year.