Attorney Opportunities – San Francisco

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Attorney Opportunities – San Francisco

San Francisco, CA
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

A leading national law firm in San Francisco seeks talented associates for practice groups in litigation and transactions across technology, finance, media, and emerging companies. Offers meaningful responsibility, career growth, and a collaborative culture. Requires California Bar admission.

Requirements

  • 2-6 years relevant experience
  • Experience in litigation or transactional work
  • California Bar admission
  • Experience in finance, media, or tech
  • High-impact case management

Qualifications

  • California Bar membership
  • Experience with technology or emerging companies
  • High-volume case handling ability
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Team-oriented mindset

Full job description

Attorney Opportunities – San Francisco


A leading national law firm is seeking talented associates to join six dynamic practice groups in its San Francisco office. Team members collaborate with partners and clients on sophisticated litigation and transactional matters across technology, financial services, media, and emerging companies. You’ll gain meaningful responsibility early, thrive in a supportive culture, and build expertise on high-impact work.


Associate Attorney Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive annual base salary, depending on practice area and experience ($215,000–$330,000).
  • Annual discretionary bonus.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
  • Life, disability, and voluntary insurance options (including pet and long-term care).
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Commuter and transit benefits.
  • Approximately three weeks of vacation plus 11 paid holidays annually.
  • Paid sick leave in accordance with California law.
  • Inclusive, collaborative work environment with exceptional career development opportunities.


Associate Attorney Requirements & Qualifications


Requirements vary by practice group but may include:


  • Minimum 2–6 years of relevant experience in practice area (see details below).
  • Current admission to the California Bar (or eligibility) for California roles.
  • Experience in complex litigation, transactional, employment, financial services, or M&A matters as relevant to the group.


Associate Attorney Preferred Background & Skills


  • Experience working with technology, fintech, media, or emerging companies is valued.
  • Prior law firm or high-volume, high-impact case/matter management experience is an advantage.


Associate Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Work closely with partners on sophisticated litigation or transactional matters relevant to your practice group.
  • Manage and directly contribute to case strategy, drafting, analysis, and client communication.
  • Assist clients in competitive industries such as technology, financial services, media, and emerging companies.
  • Develop expertise in areas including complex commercial disputes, M&A, class action employment litigation, financial services, First Amendment/media law, and venture capital.
  • Engage in a collaborative, team-driven office culture with opportunities for early responsibility and professional growth.
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