Associate Attorney - Litigation Aviation (CA)

CA LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - AVIATION INTEREST

Aviation Litigation Practice Group

 

Location: California - San Francisco or fully remote from anywhere in California.

 

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Our client, a leading international law firm , is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Aviation Practice Group . This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded team handling complex aviation-related litigation matters. The position offers flexibility, with the option to work hybrid or fully remote within California, while collaborating with a dynamic and globally connected legal team.

 

 

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California , in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive litigation experience

• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal briefs

• Strong legal research skills using platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, or Nexis

• Experience preparing correspondence, opinion letters, and client reports

• Ability to manage document review and discovery processes

• Courtroom exposure, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, is preferred

• Aviation industry experience is a plus

• Federal court admission is a plus

• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses
• Draft pleadings , motions , briefs , and other litigation-related filings
• Participate in depositions , hearings , mediations , and trials
• Interview clients , eyewitnesses , and other relevant parties
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy
• Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers
• Assist in all phases of case development , litigation strategy , and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision

 

 

Why Join Us?

This is a compelling opportunity to join a leading aviation practice known for handling sophisticated, high-stakes litigation . You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment that values professional development and mentorship. The firm offers flexibility in work arrangements, a strong commitment to career growth, and the chance to engage in meaningful, complex legal work within a global platform.

The team is known for its deep subject-matter expertise , strong mentorship , and collaborative environment . For attorneys seeking to build a career in complex litigation within a high-performing yet   collegial practice , this role provides exceptional training, professional development, and long-term advancement potential .

 

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary : Expected annual base salary range of $160,000–$200,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

 

 

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume , cover letter , and law school transcript for consideration.

 

 

 

Our client is an  Equal Opportunity Employer .

 

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