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Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

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Our client, a respected San Francisco-based law firm, is seeking a recently barred Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join their litigation team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role provides a unique opportunity for a newly licensed attorney to build core litigation skills with a pathway to a permanent role. The contract phase requires on-site work in San Francisco, CA five days a week to foster collaboration, transitioning to a hybrid model upon conversion.

Job Responsibility:

  • Oversee civil litigation cases from pre-filing through resolution, including all aspects of case analysis, strategy development, and client communication
  • Conduct detailed legal research, draft persuasive legal documents including complaints, answers, motions, and briefs, and prepare legal memoranda
  • Manage discovery processes, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, conducting depositions, document review, and analysis
  • Collaborate on trial strategy, assist in witness preparation, jury selection, and prepare exhibits and trial materials
  • Represent clients in court proceedings, including motions, hearings, and settlement conferences
  • Work closely with clients, keeping them informed of case status and strategy developments

Requirements:

  • Active license to practice law in California
  • Newly barred attorney with a demonstrated interest in Civil Litigation (prior internships, clerkships, or paralegal experience in litigation is highly desirable)
  • Strong litigation skills with excellent research, analytical, and writing abilities, particularly in drafting legal documents and case strategy
  • Exposure to the litigation lifecycle, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation
  • Ability to work on-site in San Francisco, CA, five days a week during the contract period
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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