Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job overview

Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney is a hybrid role in San Francisco, CA or San Diego, CA, with attorneys expected to work from the office approximately 60% of the time. The stated salary is $235,000–$365,000 per year, plus bonus eligibility. Direct Counsel is recruiting for a leading Am Law 100 firm with more than 500 attorneys and offices in the United States and internationally. The attorney handles complex litigation from pretrial through appellate proceedings, conducts legal research, drafts documents, and participates in discovery and case strategy. The role also contributes to client development through activities such as articles and speaking engagements.

What you'll do

• Handle complex litigation through pretrial, discovery, trial, and appellate proceedings
• conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and other documents
• manage and participate in document production and discovery
• collaborate on litigation strategy and case management
• assist with client development activities
• communicate with clients and colleagues
• manage priorities and deadlines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

complex commercial litigation associate attorney

hybrid

san francisco ca

san diego ca

direct counsel

commercial litigation

discovery

legal research

brief writing

california bar

jd or llm

1+ years experience

$235,000–$365,000/year

bonus eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with approximately 60% in-office work; experience in white-collar defense, government or internal investigations, real-estate-related litigation, or a judicial clerkship is a plus.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.