Mid-level Class Action Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a Mid-level Class Action Associate Attorney for their San Francisco, CA office.

Job Overview: The Mid-level Class Action Associate Attorney will manage a diverse caseload of complex class action and commercial litigation matters. The role involves providing high-quality legal services to clients, drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, and participating in all phases of litigation.

Job Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and promptly reply to correspondence.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities, such as working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience, preferably gained at an AmLaw 100 firm.
• Experience managing multi-matter dockets.
• Strong experience with class action defense and complex commercial litigation, securities, and consumer litigation.
• Previous federal clerkship preferred.
• Admission to the California Bar is required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving abilities.
• Conceptual thinking and ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage projects effectively.
• Strong project management skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Admission to the California Bar.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.