Litigation Associate

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San Francisco, CA

Litigation Associate

Attorney

2-11 yrs required

No

Job Overview: A reputable law firm is seeking a highly skilled and intellectually curious Litigation Associate to join its San Francisco office. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes, cross-border litigation matters. The ideal candidate will break the traditional mold of lawyering, utilizing deep legal knowledge and innovative techniques to resolve complex issues for clients.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Manage high-stakes litigation matters with a cross-border element

• Collaborate with a global team of lawyers on criminal defense, regulatory enforcement, civil litigation, and more

• Develop creative and unconventional legal strategies to solve client problems

• Draft and edit complex legal documents, including briefs, motions, and pleadings

• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice to clients

• Maintain effective communication with clients, ensuring a clear understanding of legal strategies and progress

• Contribute to the firm’s business development by building client relationships

• Stay up-to-date with the latest legal trends and technologies to continuously innovate legal solutions

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school

• Graduated law school between 2019-2021

• Admission to the California Bar or ability to relocate to California and take the California Bar

• Prior experience in litigation, intellectual property, white-collar crime, or insolvency preferred

• Strong background in legal writing, drafting, and editing

• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

• Excellent problem-solving skills and intellectual rigor

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple high-priority cases

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar (or ability to relocate and take the Bar)

Skills:

• Strong legal writing, drafting, and editing skills

• Advanced legal research capabilities

• Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work well with global, cross-border teams

• Client-focused with a high level of professionalism and integrity

• Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Comprehensive health insurance plans

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Hybrid work model with flexibility