Commercial Litigation Associate

Agnello & Rogers; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Take time off policy

Health savings account

Pre-tax reimbursement accounts

Flexible spending accounts

AD&D

STD

LTD

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) match

Parental leave

Job summary

Fennemore, an AM Law 200 firm, is seeking an associate attorney in our Fresno office with three to five years of experience in complex commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will manage cases, handle written discovery, depositions, draft motions, and participate in court proceedings, with admission to the California bar.

This merit-based compensation package includes a total annual target of $195,000 to $202,000, with base paid monthly and quarterly bonuses tied to hours and performance.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of quality experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Overall case management experience, including discovery and court proceedings.
• Admission to practice law in California.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases including written discovery, depositions and drafting motions.
• Participate in court proceedings and hearings.
• Maintain strong academic and professional credentials.

Skills

Case management

Written discovery

Depositions

Drafting motions

Court proceedings

California bar admission

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.