Litigation Associate - Business/Real Estate/Corporate Governance
Litigation Associate
San Francisco, CA | $230,000 - $250,000 | Primarily In-Office
About the Opportunity
Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its San Francisco office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated commercial disputes and wants substantial responsibility on complex litigation matters. The practice represents clients across a broad spectrum of industries in high-stakes business disputes involving commercial contracts, real estate, corporate governance, bankruptcy-related issues, and other complex litigation matters. The team values collaboration, strategic thinking, strong advocacy skills, and attorneys who are eager to take ownership of cases while working directly with clients.
What You'll Do
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Represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
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Handle disputes involving business operations, commercial agreements, real estate, corporate governance, creditor rights, and bankruptcy-related issues.
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Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and other substantive court filings.
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Manage all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document review, e-discovery, and depositions.
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Participate in case strategy development, mediation, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
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Conduct legal research and prepare analyses on complex legal issues.
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Assist with trial preparation, witness preparation, and courtroom proceedings.
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Work directly with clients and collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to develop effective litigation strategies.
What We're Looking For
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Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
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Active membership in the California Bar.
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4-6 years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
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Strong experience with motion practice, discovery management, depositions, and case strategy.
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Demonstrated ability to manage substantial aspects of complex litigation matters independently.
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Excellent legal writing, analytical, research, and oral advocacy skills.
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Experience handling sophisticated business disputes involving commercial, real estate, corporate governance, landlord-tenant, or bankruptcy-related issues.
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Prior large law firm or sophisticated litigation boutique experience preferred.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
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Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and building trusted client relationships.
Benefits
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Base salary: $230,000 - $250,000
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Performance bonus potential
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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401(k) plan
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Paid time off and firm holidays
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Professional development and advancement opportunities
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at
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Salary
$230000 - $250000 USD per year
