Overview

Litigation and Transactional Attorney Positions – M&A Jobs in San Diego, CA at Law Firms

Title: Litigation and Transactional Attorney Positions – M&A

Company: Law Firms

Location: San Diego, CA

Title: Litigation and Transactional Attorney Positions – M&A

Location: San Diego, CA

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle 10–15 active matters.
  • Draft complaints, motions, and other litigation-related documents.
  • Manage discovery, depositions, legal research, and case strategy.
  • Communicate with clients and handle court appearances.
  • Support M&A transactions and related business matters.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of legal experience.
  • Strong litigation or transactional background.
  • Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), corporate transactions, or business law preferred.
  • Candidates with a strong transactional background, particularly in contract drafting and negotiation, will also be considered.
  • Direct M&A experience is preferred; the firm is open to training the right candidate.
  • Strong legal drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $250,000-$300,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, years of practice, and other qualifications.

Bonus:

  • Hours bonus beginning at 1,500 billable hours.
  • Origination bonus of 20%–25%.
  • Year-end discretionary bonus of approximately $10,000–$15,000.

Benefits:

  • Standard benefits package.
  • 401(k) match.
  • Strong administrative support.
  • Dedicated paralegal support with approximately a 1:2 attorney-to-paralegal ratio.
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, growth-oriented boutique firm environment.

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