Commercial Litigation Associate – Fresno

Fennemore Craig; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off policy

Health savings account

401(k) program matching

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Fresno is looking for an associate attorney with 3-5 years of complex commercial litigation experience. The role involves overall case management, including written discovery, depositions, and court proceedings. Candidates should have strong academic credentials and be admitted to practice law in California. The firm offers a competitive merit-based compensation structure, with total expected annual compensation ranging from $170,000 to $177,000, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage overall case workflow and strategy.
• Conduct written discovery and prepare for depositions.
• Draft legal motions and represent clients in court.

Skills

Overall case management

Written discovery

Depositions

Drafting motions

Participation in court proceedings

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

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 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 $170,000 to $177,000, of which $130,000 to $137,000 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 at this link.