Associate Attorney needed for San Francisco office

Job Title: Associate Attorney
Job Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in San Francisco is actively seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Attorney to join its litigation team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a California-licensed attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience to work alongside a team of seasoned legal professionals. The role involves gaining hands-on experience across all stages of trial preparation, from strategic planning to the final presentation in court.

Duties:

• Manage a diverse caseload of litigated claims
• Participate in all phases of trial preparation, including strategy formulation, discovery, records review, client consultations, and witness preparation
• Conduct legal research in complex litigation areas
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare, file, and argue motions in court
• Represent clients at hearings and legal proceedings
• Maintain regular communication with clients to provide updates and manage expectations

Requirements:

• California State Bar admission
• 2-6 years of litigation experience
• Strong analytical and critical reasoning abilities
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to think quickly, strategically, and adjust to changing circumstances
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar

Skills:

• Outstanding research, writing, and drafting skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in legal software and case management tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Job Location:
San Francisco, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Generous 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
• Continuing legal education (CLE) reimbursement
• Marketing budget for professional development
• Quarterly and annual performance bonuses

This law firm represents small businesses and individuals in high risk litigation cases across the United States. Their areas of practice include construction, business litigation, banking, finance, legal malpractice, municipal liability, premises liability, transportation, appellate, and more. Their offices are located in Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Dallas, Los Angeles, Napa, New York, St. Louis, and San Francisco.