Commercial Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Discretionary bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of complex litigation experience and a strong academic background, with the opportunity to work on high-level matters within a collaborative team.

The role involves handling all phases of litigation, from inception through trial and appeal, and requires California bar admission and strong writing, advocacy, and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of complex litigation experience.
• Strong writing and case management skills.
• Experience handling clients and adversaries.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills.
• Deposition and court experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial litigation from inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Prepare briefs, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and respond to discovery, including depositions.
• Collaborate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other counsel.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Time management

Client relations

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of complex litigation experience and a strong academic background. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-level legal matters within a collaborative team environment.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of commercial litigation from inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Prepare briefs, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and respond to discovery, including depositions.
• Collaborate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other counsel.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of complex litigation experience.
• Strong writing and case management skills.
• Experience handling clients and adversaries.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills.
• Deposition and court experience preferred.
• Previous law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Interest in first party insurance bad faith and financial services litigation is ideal.
• Must be licensed to practice law in California and in good standing.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of California.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to client service and responsiveness.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Collaborative mindset and appreciation for teamwork.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Discretionary bonuses.