Complex Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP in San Francisco seeks a mid-level associate (4-6 years) to join its complex litigation team, focusing on product liability and commercial matters in aviation and transportation. This position is open to all US offices.

You will handle all stages of litigation and contribute to high-profile matters, working with clerks and experts in a collaborative, client‑centric environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing demonstrated by clerkship, law review, moot court or publication.
• Experience at all stages of litigation: discovery, motions, working with experts, and trial.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Commitment to excellent client service.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues (contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, admiralty).
• Clerkship at appellate level strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters.
• Contribute to aviation and transportation-related commercial matters.
• Handle pre-trial discovery, motions practice, and trial coordination with experts.

Skills

Writing skills

Litigation experience

Client service

Analytical skills

Clerkship preferred

Education

Academic credentials

Job description

Job Description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a mid-level associate (4-6 years of experience) to join our complex litigation group, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an emphasis on product liability and commercial matters involving the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This position is open to all US offices.

Successful Candidates Will Have

• Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by experience gained through a clerkship, law review, moot court or publication;
• Experience with all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial;
• Superior academic credentials;
• Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice;
• Comfort with analyzing complex legal issues, for example contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law issues;
• Clerkship experience, especially at the appellate level, is strongly preferred.

Our team works on some of the largest, most challenging matters for blue-chip companies worldwide. We are a tight-knit team that is committed to excellent client service, critical thinking, collegiality, and mentorship.

Candidates with a strong interest in the field of aviation, and/or a technical background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or life sciences are especially encouraged to apply, although such interest or experience is not a prerequisite.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits.
• More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Annual Compensation Range: $310,000 to 390,000

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.