Commercial Litigation Associate – Midlevel – San Francisco

Midlevel litigation associate sought to join a dynamic Commercial Litigation practice in San Francisco. The role involves handling a broad range of complex commercial disputes across industries, including technology, telecommunications, financial services, intellectual property, healthcare, and environmental matters. The position offers substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, and collaboration with experienced litigators.

• Manage and support all phases of commercial litigation in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and draft substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Handle fact investigation, document review, and witness preparation.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy and case management plans.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal teams.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship efforts.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active California bar admission or eligibility to waive in.
• Minimum of four years of relevant commercial litigation experience in a law firm or comparable environment.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and preparing for depositions.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork.
• Prior trial, arbitration, or evidentiary hearing experience is a plus.

Why Join

• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility.
• Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship.
• Opportunities to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters for leading organizations.
• Commitment to professional development and career advancement.
• Inclusive culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Flexible and hybrid work options.

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in California or eligibility to waive into the California Bar.
• Minimum of four years of relevant commercial litigation experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and preparing for depositions.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborative teamwork.
• Prior trial, arbitration, or evidentiary hearing experience is a plus.