Mid-Level Litigation Associate — Complex, High-Stakes Disputes

Stoel; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoel Rives LLP in San Francisco seeks a litigation associate with 3–6 years of general/commercial litigation experience to join its Litigation Practice Group. The role emphasizes motions, depositions, discovery, and trial preparation, with supervision of junior staff and close client collaboration.

The firm handles complex, high-stakes disputes across state and federal courts, and offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and leadership within the practice group.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and in good standing in California.
• 3–6 years of general/commercial litigation at a major firm or equivalently.
• Strong motion practice, depositions, and complex discovery experience.
• Solid knowledge of FRCP, evidentiary rules, and related procedures.
• Excellent writing, advocacy, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, research, and argue motions (dismissal, summary judgment, discovery).
• Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Lead discovery including ESI strategy and negotiations; manage custodians.
• Prepare pleadings and briefs; shape case strategy with partners/clients.
• Appear at hearings and mediations; support trial teams and preparation.
• Supervise junior associates and paralegals; manage calendars and budgets.
• Coordinate with subject-matter teams and interface with clients and opponents.

Skills

Motions practice

Depositions

Discovery management

Pleadings and briefs

Trial support

Client interface

ESI and litigation tech

Education

JD from an accredited law school

California bar admission

Tools

Litigation technology

Job description

Stoel Rives LLP in San Francisco seeks a litigation associate with 3–6 years of general/commercial litigation experience to join its Litigation Practice Group. The role emphasizes motions, depositions, discovery, and trial preparation, with supervision of junior staff and close client collaboration.

The firm handles complex, high-stakes disputes across state and federal courts, and offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and leadership within the practice group.