Confidential
*Location:* Palo Alto, CA (Hybrid)
*Hours:* 20-40 hours per week (Anticipated 1-2 Years)
*The Opportunity*
We are seeking several junior litigation contract attorneys to assist in the defense of a federal litigation matter. This engagement is anticipated to last at least one year. We are seeking several litigators ranging from 0 to 5 years of experience. We anticipate 20-40 hours per week, flexible depending on the attorney’s existing commitments and case scheduling.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Assistance with high-profile trade secrets litigation case in federal court, serving as a legal resource on-site or hybrid in Palo Alto.
* Develop and execute an aggressive litigation strategy, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
* Draft key pleadings such as preliminary injunction, dispositive motions, complex discovery requests, and responses.
* Conduct and defend depositions of key technical and fact witnesses.
* Act as a core member of the trial team, including examination of witnesses and argument of motions.
* Coordinate with other counsel, in-house team, and technical experts.
*Requirements*
* Licensed in California.
* 0-5 years of litigation experience.
* Expertise in Complex Business Litigation a Plus: Knowledge, experience, and/or aptitude to delve deep into complex technology matters and intellectual property disputes.
* Excellent Written and Oral Advocacy: Superior legal research, writing, and presentation skills.
* Hybrid work schedule available, with onsite at Palo Alto, CA.
*Compensation*
* Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. If you have a compensation requirement, please provide it.
*Application Instructions*
Interested candidates must submit the following:
* A detailed resume outlining relevant experience.
* A Substantive Writing Sample: A non-confidential litigation document authored by the applicant (e.g., a Motion for Summary Judgment, a major brief, or a complex discovery motion) that demonstrates your analytical depth and advocacy skills. Please do not submit boilerplate pleadings.
* Representative California cases that you materially participated in.
Job Type: Contract
Base Pay: $100,000.00 - $1,000,000.00 per year
License/Certification:
* California State Bar (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Palo Alto, CA 94303 (Required)
Work Location: In person