Litigation Associate

Love Freedom Solution; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Student loan repayment benefit

Paid parental leave

Teleworking opportunities

No-accrual vacation policy

Job summary

A prominent law firm in San Jose is seeking a Litigation Associate with 6+ years of experience in real estate litigation. This role involves conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and participating in trials. An ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor, active California State Bar membership, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $180,000 to $215,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Strong working knowledge of California code and relevant civil codes.
• Ability to manage cases from inception to resolution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Draft pleadings and other legal documents.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and trials.

Skills

Litigation experience

Real estate litigation

California legal code knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Hoge Fenton, a distinguished multi-service law firm, headquartered in downtown San Jose, is seeking a Litigation Associate with substantial experience in real estate litigation. This position will focus on real estate disputes and litigation, but will also support the firm’s other litigation practices. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience with real estate disputes and litigation; experience with business litigation is a plus.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• 6+ years of litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in real estate litigation
• Strong working knowledge of the California code of civil procedure, evidence code, and relevant areas of the civil code and business & professions code
• Ability to manage cases from inception to resolution with general supervision
• Ability to independently identify issues and anticipate/recommend strategy in litigation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and prepare legal documents
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail
• Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients

Location

This position can be based in our Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose) or Tri-Valley (Pleasanton) office. Travel between locations may be necessary.

Compensation And Benefits

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $180,000 to $215,000. This range reflects the firm’s good faith estimate of potential compensation, which may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

We offer our associates a full array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), a student loan repayment benefit, paid parental leave, teleworking opportunities, and a no-accrual vacation policy.

We provide both formal and informal training opportunities and encourage professional growth as both a lawyer and a businessperson.