Complex Litigation Attorney | $250k - $280k

Francis Lorraine Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Francis Lorraine Inc. in San Francisco, CA, seeks a mid-level litigation associate with 3–5 years of experience to join our dynamic team.

The role focuses on sophisticated commercial matters for startups, established businesses, and Fortune 500 clients, with direct exposure to seasoned litigators and clear advancement potential. The position emphasizes responsibility, client interaction, and a strong collaborative culture, with in-office work in San Francisco.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of complex litigation experience.
• Current California Bar admission required.
• Experience with a law firm handling sophisticated commercial litigation.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of matters.
• Must reside in California or be actively relocating to California.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex litigation matters from initial pleadings through resolution
• Draft motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive filings
• Manage discovery and contribute to overall case strategy
• Work directly with clients on sophisticated business disputes
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Research & writing

Collaboration

Client interaction

Trial preparation

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

Mid-Level Litigation Associate

Location: San Francisco, CA

Salary Range: $250,000 – $280,000

A leading California full-service law firm is seeking a mid-level litigation associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its San Francisco office. The practice represents startups, established businesses, and Fortune 500 companies in sophisticated and complex litigation matters.

The role offers significant responsibility, direct exposure to experienced litigators, and a clear path for long-term advancement, including partnership potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle complex litigation matters from initial pleadings through resolution


• Draft motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive filings


• Manage discovery and contribute to overall case strategy


• Work directly with clients on sophisticated business disputes


• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of complex litigation experience


• Current California Bar admission required


• Experience with a law firm handling sophisticated commercial litigation


• Strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, and analytical skills


• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of matters


• Must reside in California or be actively relocating to California

Work Arrangement: Primarily in-office in San Francisco

What the Role Offers:

• Sophisticated litigation for national and international clients


• Hands-on responsibility and meaningful client exposure


• Collaborative, low-ego working environment


• Strong professional development and mentorship


• Realistic opportunity for advancement to partnership


• Competitive compensation with an emphasis on maintaining a sustainable long-term practice