Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Mentorship

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco, CA seeks a full-time Associate Attorney for a hybrid work arrangement. The role handles complex commercial litigation and offers substantial responsibility across all phases of litigation within a collaborative legal environment. Requirements include a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active California bar license, and a minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience. Travel locally as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling multiple phases of litigation.
• Familiarity with state and federal court procedures is preferred.
• Ability to travel locally as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters across general liability, professional liability, employment, construction, real estate, and related disputes.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation and provide trial support.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Attend court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and site inspections.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Civil Litigation

Deposition

Motions & Pleadings

Trial Preparation

Client Communication

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a full-time Associate Attorney in San Francisco, California, offering a hybrid work arrangement. This role involves handling complex commercial litigation matters and provides an opportunity to take on significant responsibility across all phases of litigation within a collaborative legal environment.

Duties

• Manage litigation matters across areas such as general liability, professional liability, employment, construction, real estate, and related disputes.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation and provide trial support.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Attend court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and site inspections.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling multiple phases of litigation.
• Familiarity with state and federal court procedures preferred.
• Ability to travel locally as required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Team‑oriented with a proactive approach.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Mentorship and professional development programs.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.