- Field
- Litigation attorneys
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Work model
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid
- Pay
- $180k to $245k
About the role
The associate will join a sophisticated whistleblower and consumer protection class actions practice, handling complex matters on behalf of individuals, consumers and other parties pursuing significant claims. Candidates should be motivated by public-interest litigation and the opportunity to advocate for individuals and entities against powerful defendants.
What you would own
- Manage substantive portions of complex litigation from early case development through resolution.
- Draft complaints, motions and other significant pleadings.
- Handle written discovery and complex document/ESI matters.
- Work with experts and participate in trial preparation.
- Appear in court and develop meaningful first- and second-chair litigation experience.
- Collaborate closely with senior trial attorneys and a strong professional support team.
- Candidate Profile Approximately 3 to 7 years of post-bar litigation experience preferred.
- Strong writing, analytical and legal research skills.
- Experience with depositions, court appearances, complex discovery and ESI.
- Demonstrated desire to build a career as a litigator.
- Strong academic credentials and a stable employment history.
- Collaborative, intellectually curious and comfortable working in a demanding litigation environment.
- Plaintiff- or defense-side litigation backgrounds may be considered.
- Prosecutor or public defender experience may be transferable.
- Big Law litigators seeking substantially more hands-on courtroom and trial experience are encouraged to apply.
- Why Consider This Opportunity Immediate and substantial courtroom exposure.
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile matters against sophisticated and well-resourced opponents.
- Potential first- and second-chair experience across multiple stages of litigation.
- Hands-on involvement in investigations, pleadings, law and motion, discovery, depositions, expert work, trial preparation, bench and jury trials, and appeals.
- Strong attorney support infrastructure.
- Work alongside nationally recognized trial attorneys in a collaborative plaintiffs' practice.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k); MCLE and professional-development support.
What they offer
- Competitive base compensation commensurate with experience, plus meaningful discretionary bonus opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Passive candidates who are curious but not ready to apply may reach out to arrange a confidential exploratory conversation.
- No need to send a resume for additional information.
- Let's explore this opportunity together to see if it meets your long term career objectives.
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