Associate Attorney - Aviation (California)

Associate Attorney - Aviation (California)

Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year

Location: San Francisco, CA

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Associate Attorney - Aviation

Aviation Litigation Practice Group Location: California - San Francisco or fully remote from anywhere in California. HYBRID

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
• 3-5 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.