SENIOR LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

RibbitZ LLC; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

RibbitZ LLC in San Francisco, CA, seeks a Senior Litigation Associate to manage complex commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement matters, and public law issues for a national client base.

You will own case strategy, draft pleadings, oversee discovery, and collaborate with partners in a hybrid work environment offering flexible schedules and exposure to high-impact litigation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of litigation experience in state and/or federal courts.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and analytical skills.
• Experience with commercial litigation, regulatory matters, or public law.
• Background at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice preferred.
• Active California Bar membership or ability to obtain admission promptly.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters with increasing independence.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive legal briefs.
• Oversee discovery, motion practice, and case preparation.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and strategic client discussions.
• Collaborate with experienced partners on litigation strategy.
• Handle commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, administrative proceedings, and appellate matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Analytical skills

Public law / regulatory

Education

California Bar admission or eligible

Job description

Commercial Litigation | Regulatory Enforcement | Public Law

Locations: San Francisco, CA | Newport Beach, CA | Alexandria, VA

Salary: Starting at $175,000 annually (DOE)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid flexibility

Experience: 6+ Years

We are seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Associate to join a sophisticated litigation practice handling complex commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters for a diverse nationwide client base.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled attorney looking for greater case ownership, direct client engagement, and meaningful involvement in litigation strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters with increasing independence.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive legal briefs.
• Oversee discovery, motion practice, and case preparation.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and strategic client discussions.
• Collaborate with experienced partners on litigation strategy.
• Handle commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, administrative proceedings, and appellate matters.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of litigation experience in state and/or federal courts.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and analytical skills.
• Experience with commercial litigation, regulatory matters, or public law.
• Background at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice preferred.
• Active California Bar membership or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Judicial clerkship or government experience is a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Sophisticated, high-impact litigation matters
• Direct client interaction and case ownership
• Collaboration with highly experienced partners
• Collegial and intellectually engaging environment
• Competitive compensation and hybrid flexibility
• Opportunities for professional growth