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Orion Placement

Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

Orion Placement, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Overview Note:

This position requires employees to work a hybrid schedule at the San Francisco, CA office.

Note:

You must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 1 year of civil litigation experience. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled.

About Our Client Our client is a well-regarded civil litigation defense firm with a longstanding presence across California and Nevada. Known for its supportive and collaborative environment, the firm provides its attorneys with resources to grow their practice while maintaining work-life balance. They pride themselves on professional development, mentorship, and offering meaningful trial and case-handling experience from the outset.

Job Description

Serve as primary handling attorney on civil litigation defense cases

Manage all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and pre-trial preparation

Collaborate with partners and clients to strategize on case development and resolution

Prepare legal documents including motions and correspondence

Participate in occasional trial preparation and proceedings

Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates

Utilize a legal assistant for administrative support

Qualifications

Must be licensed to practice law in California

At least 1 year of civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense side)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with court rules, calendaring, and civil procedure in state and federal courts

Ability to manage caseload independently and meet billable hour requirements

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Salary range of $130,000-$185,000 per year, plus bonuses

Hybrid flexibility with an attorney cohort in the San Francisco office

Billable bonus structure ($120/hour over 1,860 hours)

Firm-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with 4% match after six months

Unlimited PTO policy (billable requirements apply)

Parental leave and flexible work options

Onboarding buddy, attorney mentor, and regular CLE/pro bono opportunities

Long-term growth potential with a clear partnership track

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

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