Commercial Litigation Associate

Sacbar; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Take time as needed time off

Health savings account

401(k) with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Fennemore in Fresno seeks an associate attorney with 3–5 years of quality experience in complex commercial litigation to join our growing office. You will manage cases, contribute to written discovery, depositions, and drafting motions while actively participating in court proceedings.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record and admission to the California bar. This role offers a merit-based compensation structure and opportunities for professional growth in a respected AM Law 200

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of quality experience in complex commercial litigation.
• California bar admission required.
• Strong academic record.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of complex commercial litigation matters.
• Prepare written discovery and responses.
• Take depositions and participate in court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions and related court filings.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on case strategy.

Skills

Legal experience

Case management

Discovery management

Deposition experience

Drafting motions

Court proceedings

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission - California

Tools

Litigation software

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 Fresno office. The ideal candidate will have overall case management experience, including written discovery, depositions, drafting motions, and participation in court proceedings. 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 no less than $195,000 to $202,000, of which $155,000 to $162,000 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:

• 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 & 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.