Associate Attorney - Litigation - Hybrid - All California Offices

ZipRecruiter; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their dynamic California team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys in a supportive culture that values mentorship and career development. With a focus on various litigation practice areas, including business and employment law, the firm promotes a positive work environment and offers excellent benefits, including flexible PTO and a generous bonus structure. Join a forward-thinking firm that prioritizes your success and offers a realistic path to partnership based on performance and cultural fit.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Bonus program up to $40,000

Leadership positions open to all attorneys

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and good cultural fit.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Work in litigation practice groups including business litigation and employment.
• Contribute to a diverse environment built on respect and mentorship.

Skills

Litigation

Business Law

Employment Law

Appellate Law

General Liability

Construction Defect

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Description

Firm Looking for a Litigation Attorney (1-5 years of experience) to join our California Team! We have openings in all of our California offices: Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Irvine, and Walnut Creek.

Kahana Feld is an award-winning law firm with twelve offices nationwide and growing. We are seeking attorneys who want to:

• Work with great attorneys at a fast-growing, innovative firm that values a positive culture.
• Contribute to a diverse environment built on respect, mentorship, and a supportive culture.
• Develop your career and make a difference. Kahana Feld is purpose-driven!
• Work in our litigation practice groups, including business litigation, employment, appellate, general liability, construction defect, and more.
• Opportunities for junior associates to explore different practice groups and for mid-level associates to specialize.

KF was recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace and received the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California.

Our unique business model is designed to support your success from day one! Building a positive firm culture is our purpose.

What makes KF a great firm?

• Excellent benefits, including recently added Paid Parental Leave.
• Flexible PTO policy.
• Leadership positions open to all attorneys in every office.
• Billable hours requirement of 1800, with a bonus program of up to $40,000 for exceeding hours (e.g., $2,500 for every 25 hours above 1800, up to 2200 hours).
• A realistic partnership and equity track; all attorneys are eligible, with promotion based on performance and cultural fit, not solely on business development.

Requirements

• Strong academic record and good cultural fit.
• Excellent references and stable employment history.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.
• Relevant experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation: Base salary from $115,000 to $170,000 for 1800 billable hours, plus up to $40,000 in additional bonuses based on hours billed.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.