Associate Attorney

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

Title: Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Practice Area: HOA Defense or Employment Defense

Salary: Up to $225,000 + Bonus

What you’ll do

• Defend homeowners associations (HOAs), property managers, and related entities in a range of civil litigation matters, including: Governing document enforcement / covenant disputes, Owner claims involving maintenance, architectural, and community issues, Contract and business tort disputes, Premises liability and property-related claims, Mediation/arbitration and trial prep
• Handle core litigation responsibilities: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances
• Draft and argue discovery and dispositive motions
• Work directly with partners and clients on case strategy, reporting, and risk evaluation

What we’re looking for

• 2–6 years of litigation experience in one or more of the following:
• HOA / community association defense
• Real estate / construction / premises liability / general liability defense
• Employment law defense (wage & hour, discrimination/harassment/retaliation, etc.) accepted and welcomed
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Interest in (or experience with) depositions, hearings, and taking ownership of matters
• Active California Bar membership in good standing (required)

This role is full-time and Hybrid. The annual salary for this position is between $175,000 – $225,000 (Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.)

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan and 11 paid holidays annually