Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Litigation Associate with experience in malpractice defense and business litigation. The candidate will join a collaborative team to handle complex matters from the outset.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited law school, active CA Bar, and 4–6 years of litigation experience with strong briefing and deposition skills. Excellent communication and client-management abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership.
• 4–6 years of litigation experience (malpractice defense / business lit).
• Strong knowledge of the California CCP and Evidence Code.
• Ability to independently manage client matters (discovery, motions, depositions, trial prep).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Desire to build a future with a mid-sized law firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage and litigate legal malpractice defense matters.
• Handle complex business litigation including breach of contract and disputes.
• Conduct thorough legal research and develop case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other documents.
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses.
• Prepare for mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Directly communicate with clients to provide updates and manage expectations.

Skills

Legal research

Client relations

Litigation management

Dispositive motions

Depositions

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate in Pleasanton, California. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal malpractice defense and business litigation, joining a collaborative team to handle complex matters from the outset.

Duties

• Manage and litigate legal malpractice defense matters, including defending attorneys and law firms against professional liability claims.
• Handle complex business litigation matters involving breach of contract, partnership disputes, trade secret misappropriation, and unfair business practices.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis; develop and execute case strategy with partner oversight.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses, opposing parties, and expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Directly communicate with clients to provide updates, manage expectations, and build lasting relationships.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• 4-6 years of litigation experience, with a focus on legal malpractice defense and/or business litigation.
• Strong working knowledge of the California Code of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code.
• Experience independently managing client matters, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Proven ability to draft and argue dispositive motions, including demurrers, motions for summary judgment, and motions in limine.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Desire to invest in building a future with a mid-sized law firm.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex litigation matters independently.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.