Litigation Associate Attorney – Appellate (Hybrid)

Kahana Feld; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Kahana Feld seeks skilled civil litigation attorneys with 3+ years of experience to join its nationally acclaimed appellate team across California offices. The firm emphasizes a strong culture, dedicated training, mentoring, and an inclusive environment that values respect and career growth.

With recognition as a top workplace and a transparent path to partnership, KF offers competitive compensation and opportunities for equity and non-equity partners.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience; insurance defense experience preferred.
• Appellate experience preferred.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Join our nationally acclaimed appellate team in California offices.
• Work with top attorneys and participate in mentoring and training programs.
• Contribute to a culture focused on respect, inclusion and career development.
• Develop your career and impact the justice system.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Appellate experience

Monitor trials

Education

California Bar admission in good standing

Job description

Description

Build your career in litigation with Kahana Feld, a National Law Journal 500 firm, where legal professionals can have fulfilling careers. We have immediate openings for skilled civil litigation attorneys, with at least three years of experience, to join our nationally acclaimed appellate team in any of our California offices.

We are seeking attorneys that are looking for an opportunity to:

• Work with great attorneys at a firm that prides itself on having a great culture.
• Benefit from our dedicated training and development team to enhance your legal skills and receive mentoring.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment fundamentally built on respect for all team members and where mentorship and a positive culture are a priority.
• Develop your career and make a difference in the world.

KF Was Recognized As a 2026 Top Workplace And Awarded The Gold DEI Leadership Seal From The State Bar Of California. Here Are a Few Of The Many Things That Make KF a Great Firm

• Excellent benefits (including recently added Paid Parental Leave).
• Flexible PTO.
• Leadership positions are open to all attorneys in every office.
• Realistic partnership and equity partnership track. All KF attorneys are eligible for partnership, both equity and non-equity. Promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not on business development.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience, insurance defense experience preferred.
• Appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to monitor trials.
• Excellent references and a record of job stability.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

Compensation

KF offers competitive base compensation from $150,000 - $200,000 plus discretionary and hours based bonuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$150,000 - $200,000