Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

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Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense Salary: $130,000 - $185,000 per year Posted: July 25 2025 Relocation Assistance: Not Available Note: This position requires employees to work a hybrid schedule at the San Francisco, CA office. Note: You must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 1 year of civil litigation experience. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled. About Our Client Our client is a well-regarded civil litigation defense firm with a longstanding presence across California and Nevada. Known for its supportive and collaborative environment, the firm provides its attorneys with resources to grow their practice while maintaining work-life balance. They pride themselves on professional development, mentorship, and offering meaningful trial and case-handling experience from the outset. Job Description Serve as primary handling attorney on civil litigation defense cases Manage all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and pre-trial preparation Collaborate with partners and clients to strategize on case development and resolution Prepare legal documents including motions and correspondence Participate in occasional trial preparation and proceedings Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates Utilize a legal assistant for administrative support Qualifications Must be licensed to practice law in California At least 1 year of civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense side) Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with court rules, calendaring, and civil procedure in state and federal courts Ability to manage caseload independently and meet billable hour requirements Why This Is a Great Opportunity Salary range of $130,000–$185,000 per year, plus bonuses Hybrid flexibility with an attorney cohort in the San Francisco office Billable bonus structure ($120/hour over 1,860 hours) Firm-paid health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with 4% match after six months Unlimited PTO policy (billable requirements apply) Parental leave and flexible work options Onboarding buddy, attorney mentor, and regular CLE/pro bono opportunities Long-term growth potential with a clear partnership track 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance JPC-299 #LI-SK3 Apply for this position I am willing to relocate for a new position I do not and will not require sponsorship to work in the US Please have a professional at review my resume I want to receive weekly emails with jobs like this
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Location:
San Francisco, CA, United States
Salary:
$200,000 - $250,000
Category:
Legal