Litigation Associate

About the job Litigation Associate


An established law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Attorney with 2-5 years of civil litigation experience to join its growing litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated and impactful civil litigation matters while developing courtroom, advocacy, and case-management skills. Attorneys in this role will gain hands-on experience throughout all stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment, reasonable billable-hour expectations, competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunities, and a hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse range of civil litigation matters.
• Assist with cases involving public agencies, government tort liability, civil rights, constitutional law, personal injury, and complex civil disputes.
• Participate in all phases of litigation, from initial case evaluation through trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare substantive memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery and reviewing document productions.
• Support and participate in depositions, mediations, client meetings, and witness interviews.
• Assist with motion practice, court filings, and hearing preparation.
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on litigation strategy and case development.
• Contribute to trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and case analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• 2-5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and case-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a litigation team.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Public agency litigation
• Government tort liability
• Civil rights litigation
• Constitutional law
• Personal injury litigation
• Complex civil litigation
• Discovery, depositions, and motion practice

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 annually
• Annual performance bonus opportunities
• Billable-hour bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week in the Oakland office
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits
• 401(k) plan with partial employer matching contribution
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative and collegial work environment

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of civil litigation experience and be admitted to practice in California. Candidates with experience in public agency litigation, government tort liability, civil rights, constitutional law, personal injury, or complex civil litigation are especially encouraged to apply. This role is ideal for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation experience, direct responsibility on challenging matters, and the opportunity to grow within a respected and supportive litigation practice.