Attorney - IMMEDIATE HIRE

Donahue Fitzgerald, LLP is seeking an attorney with general litigation experience to join our Litigation Practice Group. This position is well-suited for someone who is motivated by intellectual challenges, enjoys working with a talented team of legal professionals, and wants to work for a firm with an established path to partnership.
This position may work a hybrid schedule and will be resident in our Oakland office.
We believe in rewarding hard work. Our attorneys have a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,610 hours per year. For those who meet or exceed this goal, our tiered bonus program provides a clear path to increase your earnings significantly.
The annual base salary for this position is $165,000 to $195,000. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range, or up to $245,000 at the higher end.
*Job Duties*
* Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery
* Take and defend depositions, argue motions, participate in mediations, and trials
* Communicate with clients and opposing counsel on litigation strategy and offer legal advice
* Develop, manage, and execute litigation strategies and tactical decision-making at various stages of litigation, including management of complex multi-party discovery and client management
*Knowledge and Skills*
* Outstanding research and analytical skills
* Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases
* Prior experience with document preparation and review
* Prior experience taking and defending depositions
* Prior experience preparing and responding to written discovery
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to interface with clients on a regular basis
* Ability to negotiate, meet and confer with opposing counsel
* Strong attention to detail is a must
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System, desired
* Proficient with e-discovery, including use of e-discovery software, desired
*Job Requirements*
* Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
* California Bar license in good standing
* 5+ years of litigation experience
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, a collaborative working environment, and opportunities to support pro bono activities.
DF LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary requirements to , and please reference litigation attorney in the subject line of your e-mail.
Salary range: $165,000 - $195,000. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s salary in the event of hire. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and skill set.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $165,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612