SENIOR LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY — COMMERCIAL, REGULATORY & PUBLIC LAW

About the Role

We are seeking a senior litigation associate to join our San Francisco office. Our practice combines sophisticated commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement matters, and public law challenges. This role is well-suited for an attorney seeking greater responsibility, direct client engagement, and close collaboration with partners.

The Practice

• Commercial and corporate litigation including contract disputes, fiduciary duty claims, and business tort matters
• Partnership, shareholder, and governance disputes
• Regulatory investigations and enforcement actions at the state and federal level
• Administrative proceedings and writ petitions challenging agency action
• Appellate matters and pre-litigation strategic counseling

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive briefs
• Conduct and oversee written discovery and motion practice
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client strategy sessions
• Work closely with partners on litigation strategy and case development
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators

Requirements

• 6+ years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court
• Training at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice preferred
• Experience drafting dispositive motions and managing discovery
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Sound professional judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Active Bar membership in the applicable state, or ability to obtain admission promptly

Skills

• Litigation
• Public law
• Commercial