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Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

$225k - $275k

Success Matcher Recruitment

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a leading California mid-size law firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Associate with 6–8 years of experience to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants BigLaw-level matters without the BigLaw lifestyle . You'll work on high-stakes commercial disputes for sophisticated clients, take ownership of matters, handle substantive court appearances and depositions, and have a clear path toward first-chair trial opportunities and a lead attorney role within 2–3 years .

Why This Opportunity?

  • $225K–$275K base salary + substantial hourly bonus potential
  • 1,600-hour billable target — significantly more sustainable than many California firms
  • Meaningful trial and courtroom exposure
  • Increasing autonomy and a defined path toward lead attorney responsibilities
  • Origination credit for business you bring in
  • Hybrid schedule in San Francisco's Financial District
  • 100% firm-paid benefits with no payroll deductions
  • Collaborative, non-hierarchical culture with no formal up-or-out track

What We're Looking For

  • 6–8 years of commercial litigation experience at a reputable firm
  • Active California Bar license
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Strong motion practice and hearing experience
  • Experience managing complex discovery and taking/defending depositions
  • Genuine interest in developing into a lead trial attorney

If you're ready to take on sophisticated litigation while gaining the autonomy, lifestyle, and career trajectory that BigLaw often can't provide, we'd love to hear from you.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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