Tech-Focused Commercial Litigation Associate

Buchanan; San Francisco, Palo Alto (CA, CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded US law firm in either the San Francisco or Silicon Valley office. The role entails handling a broad range of complex commercial disputes for sophisticated clients.

Candidates with experience in copyright, trademark, trade secret or consumer class action matters are particularly well suited. A genuine interest in the technology sector and strong drafting, analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience
• Qualified to practise in California, or eligible to become qualified
• Experience in copyright, trademark, trade secret or consumer class action litigation would be advantageous
• A genuine interest in the technology sector
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work on complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs and other court submissions
• Support discovery, depositions, hearings and trial preparation
• Work closely with partners, clients and colleagues across the wider litigation practice
• Develop experience across intellectual property and consumer-related disputes

Job description

Buchanan is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded US law firm in either the San Francisco or Silicon Valley office. The role entails handling a broad range of complex commercial disputes for sophisticated clients.

Candidates with experience in copyright, trademark, trade secret or consumer class action matters are particularly well suited. A genuine interest in the technology sector and strong drafting, analytical and communication skills are essential.