Civil Litigation Attorney

Fennemore; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible time off policy

401(k) program with match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading law firm in Oakland seeks an associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will manage cases, participate in court activities, and possess strong academic credentials along with admission to practice law in California. This role offers a competitive compensation structure with bonuses and a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements. Join a firm that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of quality experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Strong academic record and excellent professional credentials.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall case activities.
• Participate in court proceedings and depositions.
• Draft motions and handle written discovery.

Skills

Case management experience

Written discovery

Depositions

Drafting motions

Court participation

Education

Admission to practice law in California

Job description

Fennemore, an AM Law 200 Law Firm that helps businesses thrive, has an immediate need for an associate attorney with three to five years’ quality experience in complex commercial litigation to join our growing Oakland office. The ideal candidate will have overall case management experience, including written discovery, depositions, drafting motions and participation in court proceedings. The successful candidate may work on a hybrid basis, but should be available to attend hearings, depositions, meetings, and the like, in the Bay Area as needed. Strong academic record, excellent professional credentials, and admission to practice law in California, required.

The American Lawyer recently named Fennemore the #1 Law Firm in the United States for revenue growth among AM Law 200 Firms, and we consistently enjoy some of the best retention statistics in the industry. We strive to create an inclusive law firm that upholds respect for each other and our unique backgrounds. We commit on all levels to work together to promote equal opportunity, to understand and value differences, and to foster a dignified and diverse work environment.

Compensation

Fennemore’s compensation structure is merit-based and considers experience, location and overall performance. Total expected annual compensation at 1,850 hours before any objective or subjective bonus awards is expected to be $225,000 to $255,000, of which $185,000 to $205,000 is paid monthly and $10,000 per quarter if minimum hours are hit. Additionally, the firm has an objective bonus system, with the average amount for full-year lawyers exceeding $30,000 in 2025. On top of this, the firm has a subjective bonus system.

Actual compensation varies based on experience, performance, and billable hours. Full compensation and benefits details will be provided to candidates during the hiring process, consistent with applicable pay transparency laws.

Benefits

The benefits program for full-time associates currently consists of the following: choice of medical, dental and vision plans; “Take time as needed” time off policy; Health savings account for eligible plan participants; Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for health care and dependent care; Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent day care expenses; AD&D; STD; LTD; EAP; 401(k) program, where the firm matches a portion of your own paycheck deferrals; Paid Parental Leave. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter, resume and transcript in confidence