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.

Practice Areas

• 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