Associate Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Create persuasive case strategies that effectively navigate emotional arguments and achieve outcomes.

• Establish a higher benchmark, challenge mediocrity, and strive for excellence in all facets of the work.

• Independently oversee court appearances, depositions, motion practices, and trials.

• Manage discovery, case strategy, client interactions, mediation, and trial preparations.

• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff across all experience levels.

• Maintain professional and consistent communication with clients.

• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with both existing and prospective clients.

• Mentor and offer guidance to junior attorneys.

• Work alongside seasoned trial attorneys, enhancing independence and judgment.

• Handle cases across Northern California and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active bar license in the state of California.

• 1–8 years of substantial litigation experience, encompassing case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation.

• Ability to independently manage a complete caseload, from discovery through to trial.

• Prior experience in insurance defense is preferred.

• Knowledge of litigation timekeeping and billing systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Self-driven with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for every extra tier.

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, including plans available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) program featuring a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the subsequent 4-5%.

• Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan offering $100-$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm.

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.

• Extensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.

• Firm-sponsored CLE programs and covered bar license renewal fees.

• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

• Defined pathway to partnership.

• Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.

• Firm-wide charitable giving program.

• Numerous social and off-site events throughout the year.

• Flexible Work Model: Options for remote, hybrid, or onsite work available.