Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $160,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated business and real estate litigation matters with meaningful courtroom exposure.
• Join a collaborative, highly respected litigation team that values mentorship and professional growth.
• Handle substantive case responsibilities instead of being limited to document review or support work.
• Enjoy flexible hybrid scheduling with modern remote-access technology.
• Competitive benefits including 401(k) with employer match, discretionary profit sharing, medical coverage, and generous PTO.
• Grow your litigation career without the excessive billable pressure often found at many larger firms.

Location: Hybrid opportunity based in San Ramon, California with flexible in-office scheduling. Our team values collaboration while offering excellent remote-access technology and flexibility around office hours.

Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 3 years of litigation experience. Experience in business or real estate litigation is preferred but not required.

About Us

We are a well-established California law firm representing clients in sophisticated business and real estate matters. Our team is known for delivering practical, strategic legal solutions while fostering a collaborative environment where attorneys gain meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and long-term career growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage business and real estate litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Develop litigation strategy and work directly with clients.
• Appear in court for hearings and other proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Manage an independent caseload while contributing to a highly collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license.
• 3+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing litigation matters from discovery through resolution.
• Deposition experience preferred.
• Business litigation and/or real estate litigation experience preferred.
• Prior experience at a litigation-focused or trial-intensive firm is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Our attorneys enjoy meaningful courtroom experience, sophisticated legal work, and a supportive team culture that encourages professional development. We believe talented attorneys thrive when given autonomy, mentorship, and flexibility while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You'll work alongside experienced litigators on high-quality matters without the burnout culture common at many larger firms.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance