Litigation Associate - Complex Litigation/Environmental Litigation

Title of Role: Litigation Associate - Complex Litigation/Environmental Litigation
Location: San Francisco, onsite
Company Stage of Funding: Venture-Backed — Law Practice
Office Type: Onsite
Salary: $260K–$365K

Company Description

We're representing a globally recognized international law firm with a strong strategic presence across multiple continents. With a history spanning over seven decades, this firm has deliberately evolved to meet the complex legal needs of its clients. The San Francisco office is a key hub for sophisticated litigation, providing a collaborative environment that emphasizes excellence and client service.

What You Will Do

Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
Manage environmental litigation matters, including regulatory disputes and contamination claims.
Conduct legal research and draft substantive briefs, motions, and memoranda for federal and state court proceedings.
Take and defend depositions, manage document review, and coordinate with expert witnesses.
Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case management across multi-jurisdictional matters.
Collaborate with partners and senior associates on high-profile, fast-paced litigation engagements.
Interface directly with clients to provide updates, strategic counsel, and responsive legal support.

Ideal Candidate Background

3–5 years of litigation experience at a law firm, with meaningful exposure to complex commercial or environmental litigation.
Strong academic credentials and admission to the California State Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously with a high degree of independence and attention to detail.
Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with experience drafting dispositive motions and court filings.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment with sophisticated institutional clients.

Preferred

Prior experience specifically in environmental litigation, including matters involving regulatory frameworks.
Clerkship experience at the federal or state appellate level.
Experience in multi-party or class action litigation.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary for this role ranges from $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with professional development resources and access to a global network of attorneys.

Litigation Associate - Complex Litigation/Environmental Litigation jobs

Litigation Associate - Complex Litigation/Environmental Litigation