Litigation Associate — Hybrid, Growth & Bonuses

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; California; Hybrid; USD 158,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

401(k) with partial match

Annual discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP seeks a Litigation Associate in Northern California with 3–5 years of experience to join its expanding team. The role focuses on drafting extensive litigation documents, depositions, and complex civil matters, including general liability and construction disputes.

A strong background in research and writing is essential for successful client representation and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills required.
• Experience taking and defending depositions is expected.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents.
• Engage with clients, insurers, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Take and defend depositions of key witnesses and experts.
• Perform legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive issues.
• Participate in client interviews and witness preparation for depositions and trials.
• Attend mediations and court hearings; assist in trial proceedings as needed.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners throughout all litigation stages.
• Assist in defense of complex civil matters: general liability, construction disputes, and related claims.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research & writing

Deposition experience

Job description

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP seeks a Litigation Associate in Northern California with 3–5 years of experience to join its expanding team. The role focuses on drafting extensive litigation documents, depositions, and complex civil matters, including general liability and construction disputes.

A strong background in research and writing is essential for successful client representation and trial preparation.