COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Thomas Talent Network

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE-SAN FRANCISCO/OAKLAND

LOCATION: SAN FRANCISCO/OAKLAND, CA

SALARY:

& $225,000 to $260,000

We are seeking a junior associate to join our sophisticated Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice. Candidates should have 1-3 years of litigation experience, excellent academic credentials, and proven analytic ability. Ideal candidates will have extensive commercial litigation experience and some exposure to insurance litigation. Our associates work collaboratively with our partners and clients, and are key members of our team. Expected responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Working on all aspects of commercial litigation from inception through trials and appeals&

Conducting legal research and writing memoranda

Drafting complex case evaluations and preparing briefs, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents

Conducting, propounding and responding to discovery (documents, written discovery, depositions)

Working with clients, witnesses, experts and other counsel

Pursuant with California law, the salary range for this position will be $225,000 - $260,000 based on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with dedicated lawyers who are passionate about their work, all while enjoying the benefits of an international law firm. Dentons’ Litigation and Dispute Resolution lawyers employ the most appropriate tools and strategies for each stage of the process and each unique situation, and clients turn to our team for the intellectual savvy, creativity and depth we bring to high-stakes and complex disputes, wherever they may arise. With more than 200 litigators in the United States and more than 700 worldwide, we bring exceptional depth to our clients' disputes. Together, we tackle challenges efficiently and effectively so that our clients can move ahead.

Based on years of experience, Dentons associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

Has exceptional writing and analytical skills, and can effectively communicate research into meaningful written work product

Is dedicated and goal-oriented, with a strong work ethic

Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills

Demonstrates an ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, as well as adversaries and courts

Embraces client service with respect to internal and external clients

Embraces teamwork and values collaboration

Technical skills

1-3 years of complex litigation experience is required

Strong writing and case management skills, level appropriate direct experience handling clients and adversaries, and excellent oral advocacy skills are required

Savvy with e-discovery, data/document management applications, and related technologies

Previous law firm experience is preferred

Other requirements

Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California and be in good standing

Must include a law school transcript and writing sample with application