Commercial Litigation Associate

WiseLex BPO; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

WiseLex BPO is seeking a driven Commercial Litigation Associate for our San Francisco, CA, Newport Beach, CA, or West Palm Beach, FL offices. The role involves managing cases, drafting briefs, overseeing discovery, and direct client interaction in high-stakes disputes.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of civil litigation experience from top firms, boutiques, or government practice, with strong writing and research skills, and active California Bar membership (or transferable eligibility).

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of solid civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court.
• Training at a top-tier law firm, premier litigation boutique, or government practice is preferred.
• Proven ability to draft dispositive motions, manage discovery, and conduct thorough legal research and writing.
• California Bar admission active (or prompt eligibility to transfer); other jurisdictions considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive legal briefs
• Conduct and oversee written discovery and deposition practices
• Participate directly in hearings, mediations, client strategy sessions, and depositions
• Collaborate closely with partners on overall litigation strategy and case development
• Analyze evolving statutory and regulatory legal frameworks
• Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators
• Support and, where appropriate, take lead responsibility in commercial, governance, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters

Skills

Drafting dispositive motions

Managing discovery

Legal research & writing

Job description

Overview

WiseLex BPO is seeking a driven Commercial Litigation Associate to join our practice in San Francisco, CA, Newport Beach, CA, or West Palm Beach, FL. Our litigation team blends sophisticated commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement matters, and public law challenges for a diverse nationwide client base. This role is ideal for an attorney who trained at a leading law firm, boutique, or government practice and is seeking greater responsibility, direct client engagement, and meaningful involvement in high-stakes disputes—backed by close mentorship and collaboration with experienced partners.

What You'll Do

• Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence

• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive legal briefs

• Conduct and oversee written discovery and deposition practices

• Participate directly in hearings, mediations, client strategy sessions, and depositions

• Collaborate closely with partners on overall litigation strategy and case development

• Analyze evolving statutory and regulatory legal frameworks

• Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators

• Support and, where appropriate, take lead responsibility in commercial, governance, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 3 to 4 years of solid civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court

• Background: Training at a top-tier law firm, premier litigation boutique, or government legal practice is strongly preferred

• Core Skills: Proven experience drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and strong legal research and writing abilities

• Bar Admission: Active membership in the California Bar (or the ability to obtain admission promptly); other jurisdictions considered with eligibility to transfer

• Pluses: Judicial clerkship or prior government legal experience

• Interests: A genuine interest in blending commercial litigation with regulatory and public law matters

• Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative work style

Why us

• Complex Work: Engage in sophisticated, high-stakes litigation across commercial, regulatory, and public law domains

• Growth: Early and meaningful responsibility in major matters with lean staffing

• Client Exposure: Direct client engagement and core involvement in case strategy

• Mentorship: Close, collaborative partnership with seasoned practitioners in a collegial, intellectually rigorous environment

• Compensation & Flexibility: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, with hybrid schedule flexibility to support client and practice needs

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3 to 4 years of solid civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court

• Background: Training at a top-tier law firm, premier litigation boutique, or government practice is strongly preferred

• Core Skills: Demonstrated ability to draft dispositive motions, manage discovery, and conduct thorough legal research and writing

• Bar Admission: Active California Bar membership (or ability to obtain promptly); other jurisdictions considered with eligibility to transfer

• Pluses: Judicial clerkship or prior government service

• Environment: Comfortable working in a dynamic litigation environment with high stakes and demanding deadlines

• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to engage directly with clients and regulators

Location

• San Francisco, CA; Newport Beach, CA; or West Palm Beach, FL

What to Expect in the Role

• A pathway to growing responsibility in an environment that prioritizes mentorship and collaboration

• Direct opportunities to interface with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators on high-impact matters

• A culture that values rigorous analysis, practical problem-solving, and thoughtful strategy development

Note: This description reflects the essential duties and requirements of the role and may be subject to modification to meet the operational needs of WiseLex BPO.