Associate Attorney

Orion Placement
  • San Francisco, California
    30 days ago

    Job Description

    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

    Benefits:

    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Parental leave
    • Vision insurance

    JPC-299

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, California

    Skills

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