Public Law Litigation Associate – Firmwide

BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP; California (MO); On-site; USD 158,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Bonuses

Job summary

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP in California seeks a Public Law Litigation Associate with 3-6 years of experience to join our complex public law team. You will support partners through all stages of civil litigation, including discovery, motions, oral argument, mediation, and trial case-management.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement, a competitive health insurance plan, and a 401(k) with partial employer match along with discretionary bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in public law litigation.
• Strong writing, research and analytical skills.
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Thrive in a collegial, fast-paced environment with opportunities for early responsibility and direct client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, oral argument, mediation, and trial case-management skills.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Oral argument

Client interaction

Job description

Public Law Litigation Associate – Firmwide

Apr 03, 2026

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP is a full-service law firm with especially deep expertise in public law litigation, on behalf of cities, counties, and special districts throughout California. We also provide high-quality non-litigation services to public agencies (as both general and special counsel), and we represent private entities and individuals in litigation and other matters across California.

Burke offers a collaborative environment where junior and mid-level attorneys work alongside seasoned practitioners to deliver effective and strategic representation.

We are seeking an associate with 3-6 years of experience to join our complex public law litigation team. This group handles sophisticated and high-profile issues related to land use, municipal finance, governance, ethics and transparency, inverse condemnation and other constitutional issues, and local control.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent writing, research and analytical skills
• Ability to support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, oral argument, mediation, and trial case-management skills, including to ensure timely filings and compliance with procedural rules
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred
• Thrive in a collegial, fast-paced environment with opportunities for early responsibility and direct client interaction

The pay scale for associates at Burke ranges from $158,000 – $205,000, plus opportunities for annual performance-based bonuses. The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidate’s years of practice and experience.

The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement option, reasonable billable hours requirement, annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, and 401(k) with a partial match. We promote an environment that encourages attorneys to advance in the firm and their careers. Burke supports integrity, diversity, professional growth and personal fulfillment for everyone working at our firm.