Public Law Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive health insurance

401(k) with partial match

Annual discretionary and billable hour

Reasonable billable hours

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Public Law Litigation Associate in Oakland, CA to join a firm handling complex public law matters across California. You will support partners and senior attorneys on civil litigation, conduct case assessments, and manage discovery and motions with a focus on timely filings.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in public law litigation, excellent writing and research skills, and California bar admission. A hybrid work arrangement is offered along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• 3–6 years of public law litigation experience.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation.
• Conduct case assessments, discovery, and motion practice.
• Participate in oral arguments, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Manage cases to ensure timely filings and compliance with procedural rules.

Skills

Public law litigation

Case management

Client interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Law Litigation Associate in Oakland, CA. The firm specializes in complex public law litigation, representing cities, counties, and special districts across California. The associate will join a team handling sophisticated issues related to land use, municipal finance, governance, ethics, and more.

Duties

• Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation.
• Conduct case assessments, discovery, and motion practice.
• Participate in oral arguments, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Manage cases to ensure timely filings and compliance with procedural rules.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in public law litigation.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collegial environment.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong case management skills.
• Effective communication and client interaction abilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.