Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

O'Hagan Meyer; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Bonus opportunities

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

O'Hagan Meyer seeks an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience for our San Francisco, CA office. The ideal candidate will handle sophisticated matters across general liability, professional liability, and more, while taking on a significant role in the litigation process.

The role requires California bar admission, strong research and writing, and readiness to travel locally for court appearances and depositions. O'Hagan Meyer offers mentorship and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in civil litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to travel locally for court appearances and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other documents.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare for trial and assist during trial.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests; participate in trial preparation.
• Communicate with clients and team; coordinate with opposing counsel as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Communication skills

Travel availability

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 3+ years of litigation experience to join its San Francisco, CA office. This is an excellent opportunity for associates to provide legal service within a sophisticated practice and who are seeking to assume a significant role in all aspects of the complex litigation process.

The right attorney will have experience with any of the following matters: general liability, professional liability, products liability, employment, construction litigation, real estate, HOA, mass torts and/or class actions.

O'Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in civil litigation
• This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance. Experience with both state and federal courts preferred
• This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner
• This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions
• Admission to the state bar of California is required

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• National law practice with a collegial team with low turnover
• Direct client contact and responsibility on high-level matters
• Mentorship and development programs tailored to your individual goals and growth
• Competitive compensation and multiple bonus opportunities
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• A robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, and more

Salary Range: $150,000 to $210,000