About this opportunity
Permanent Placements LLC lists this Litigation Associate (1-4 yrs) - San Diego opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Litigation Associate
Our client, an Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 1+ years of experience to join its Litigation Practice in either San Diego or San Francisco.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking exposure to sophisticated, high-profile litigation matters within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced litigators on complex disputes while receiving substantial responsibility and opportunities for professional development.
Responsibilities
Assist with all phases of complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
Conduct legal research and draft:Motions
Briefs
Pleadings
Discovery requests and responses
Memoranda and other litigation-related documents
Manage document productions and discovery workflows
Support litigation strategy development and case evaluation
Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas on complex disputes
Contribute to client alerts, articles, presentations, and thought leadership initiatives
Participate in business development and client relationship activities
Work directly with clients and litigation teams to advance case objectives
Qualifications
J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the California Bar
1+ years of complex litigation experience
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Experience handling discovery and document production
Excellent written and oral communication abilities
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to balance multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to client service
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following areas is a plus:
White collar defense
Government investigations
Internal investigations
Real estate litigation
Additional consideration will be given to candidates with:
Judicial clerkship experience
Prior law firm litigation experience
Experience handling sophisticated commercial disputes
Why This Opportunity
Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to work on complex and impactful litigation matters while building strong advocacy and case management skills. Attorneys benefit from:
Exposure to high-profile litigation matters
Significant responsibility early in their careers
Direct collaboration with experienced trial lawyers
Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
Participation in business development and thought leadership initiatives
A collaborative, results-driven culture
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $235,000 - $365,000 annually
Eligibility for performance-based bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings programs
Paid time off
Professional development and CLE opportunities
Additional wellness and employee support programs
Locations
San Diego, California
San Francisco, California
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work environment
Attorneys are expected to work in-office regularly as part of a collaborative team culture
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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