Law Firm Seeking Experienced Litigation Career Associate
Overview:
- Law firm seeking experienced litigation career associate with 7+ years of experience in litigation legal work.
- Position available in any Orrick office location.
- Regular fulltime position with competitive salary range of $150,000 to $234,000.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, mental well-being benefits, and 401K program.
- Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays available.
- Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants without discrimination based on arrest or conviction record.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in trial teams and manage trial calendar.
- Staff associates within the litigation group.
- Prepare client communications and thought leadership materials on industry developments.
- Oversee long-term projects and ensure alignment with team's strategic goals.
- Work closely with practice lawyers to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinate with practice manager, group leaders, and supervising partners to identify staffing needs.
- Collaborate with innovation team to assign resources and maximize impact on client matters.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of litigation legal experience.
- Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
- Experience with drafting briefs, motions, and discovery documents.
- Familiarity with handling e-discovery and assisting with witness preparation.
- Outstanding project management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a matrix environment and collaborate with cross-department teams and clients.
- Strong commitment to customer service, meeting deadlines, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Our Law Firm?
- Named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For for nine consecutive years.
- Recognized as the Most Innovative Law Firm in North America for three consecutive years by the Financial Times and as Technology Group of the Year by Legal360.
- Prioritizes collegiality and personal and professional growth for lawyers.
- Outstanding training and mentoring programs, retreats, academies, and shadowing opportunities.
- Passionate about engaging in innovative work within a dynamic environment.
How to Apply:
- Apply online at and include resume, . transcript, and cover letter.
- Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal.
- For questions, contact Caitlin Gramlich, Senior Recruiting Manager, at .
Compensation and Benefits:
- Expected salary range of $150,000 to $234,000.
- Comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Additional compensation may include annual discretionary merit bonus.
- Elective health benefits, mental well-being benefits, child, family, elder, and pet care benefits, short- and long-term disability benefits, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and 401K program.
- Eligible for Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.
- Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Qualified applicants without discrimination based on arrest or conviction record.
- SF Fair Chance Ordinance: Arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment.
- Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring: Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position.
