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
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- Location:
- San Francisco, CA, United States
- Salary:
- $200,000 - $250,000
- Category:
- Legal