Mid-Level Litigation Associate - Commercial, Regulatory & Public Law

Brickstech; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Brickstech in San Francisco, CA seeks a mid-level litigation associate to handle commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters. Expect increasing case ownership, direct client engagement, and collaboration with experienced partners.

This hybrid role offers meaningful responsibility, mentorship from partners, and lean case teams within a dynamic practice. Must be admitted to the California Bar or eligible for admission promptly.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court.
• Experience drafting dispositive motions and managing discovery.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Active California Bar membership or the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Interest in commercial litigation and regulatory/public law matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and individual litigation components with increasing independence.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive briefs.
• Conduct and oversee written discovery and motion practice.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client strategy sessions.
• Collaborate with partners on litigation strategy and case development.
• Research and analyze evolving statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting dispositive motions

Research and writing

Client communication

Education

Active California Bar membership

Job description

Locations

San Francisco, CA | Newport Beach, CA | West Palm Beach, FL

Total Experience Required

3–4 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court

Compensation

$175,000, depending on experience

Work Arrangement

Hybrid flexibility, consistent with client and practice needs

Visa Type

USC or GC only

Engagement Restriction

No C2C

About the Role

We’re seeking a mid-level litigation associate to handle commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters. This opportunity offers increasing case ownership, direct client engagement, and collaboration with experienced partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases and individual litigation components with increasing independence.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive briefs.
• Conduct and oversee written discovery and motion practice.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client strategy sessions.
• Collaborate with partners on litigation strategy and case development.
• Research and analyze evolving statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators.

Practice Areas

• Commercial and corporate disputes, including contracts, fiduciary duty claims, and business torts.
• Partnership, shareholder, and governance disputes.
• State and federal regulatory investigations and enforcement.
• Administrative proceedings and writ petitions challenging agency actions.
• Appellate matters and pre-litigation strategic counseling.

Required Qualifications

• 3–4 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court.
• Experience drafting dispositive motions and managing discovery.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Active California Bar membership or the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Interest in commercial litigation and regulatory/public law matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice.
• Judicial clerkship or government experience.

What the Role Offers

Meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, partner mentorship, lean case teams, and a collegial professional environment.