Remote Civil Litigation Associate (Bay Area)

Mission Recruiting; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Commuter benefit

Job summary

Mission Recruiting is seeking a Litigation Associate for a civil litigation defense firm in the Bay Area. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of civil litigation experience and is admitted to the California Bar.

The role supports a growing practice with remote work flexibility while requiring attendance at hearings and site inspections across the Bay Area. Responsibilities include managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting motions, and preparing cases for trial.

Qualifications

• California Bar admission is required.
• 3-5+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with depositions and case management.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Trial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage discovery throughout the litigation lifecycle.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Draft motions and legal memoranda.
• Prepare cases for trial and present oral arguments.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.
• Attend hearings, court appearances, and inspections.

Skills

3-5+ years civil litigation

Legal research & writing

Communication skills

Trial experience desired

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Mission Recruiting is seeking a Litigation Associate for a civil litigation defense firm in the Bay Area. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of civil litigation experience and is admitted to the California Bar.

The role supports a growing practice with remote work flexibility while requiring attendance at hearings and site inspections across the Bay Area. Responsibilities include managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting motions, and preparing cases for trial.