Associate Attorney - Litigation (California)

Location: California – San Francisco or fully remote from anywhere in California. Hybrid/remote options available.

About the Role

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Aviation Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded team handling complex aviation-related litigation matters. The position offers flexibility, with the option to work hybrid or fully remote within California, while collaborating with a dynamic and globally connected legal team.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive litigation experience
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal briefs
• Strong legal research skills using platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, or Nexis
• Experience preparing correspondence, opinion letters, and client reports
• Ability to manage document review and discovery processes
• Courtroom exposure, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, is preferred
• Aviation industry experience is a plus
• Federal court admission is a plus
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Interview clients, eyewitnesses, and other relevant parties
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy
• Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers
• Assist in all phases of case development, litigation strategy, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision

Benefits

This is a compelling opportunity to join a leading aviation practice known for handling sophisticated, high-stakes litigation. You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment that values professional development and mentorship. The firm offers:

• Flexibility in work arrangements
• A strong commitment to career growth
• Opportunities to engage in meaningful, complex legal work within a global platform
• Deep subject-matter expertise and strong mentorship
• Exceptional training, professional development, and long-term advancement potential

Pay

Expected annual base salary range of $160,000–$200,000, as determined by experience and market factors. Eligibility for annual performance-based and monthly bonuses.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible paid time off
• Wellness programs
• 401(k)/retirement plans
• Student loan repayment support
• Additional firm-sponsored perks