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NEW IN | Commercial Litigation Associate | BIG LAW | High-Stakes Disputes | San Francisco | $285k–$325k Jobs in San Francisco Bay Area at We Are Legal Revolution
Title: NEW IN | Commercial Litigation Associate | BIG LAW | High-Stakes Disputes | San Francisco | $285k–$325k
Company: We Are Legal Revolution
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
NEW IN | Commercial Litigation Associate | AM Law 140 Firm | High-Stakes Disputes | San Francisco | $285k–$325k
An AM Law 140 firm is seeking a 4th–5th year Commercial Litigation Associate to join its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level litigator looking to work on complex, high-stakes commercial disputes, including matters involving brand, business, and reputational risk, within a well-resourced and highly regarded litigation platform.
This firm combines top-tier financial performance, a strong balance sheet, and a presence in key financial centres, offering both stability and the kind of platform that attracts sophisticated work and long-term investment in its people.
Highlights:
- Join an AM Law platform with a strong reputation in sophisticated commercial disputes
- Work within a firm known for financial strength and long-term stability
- Be part of a business with offices in major financial and commercial hubs, giving you exposure to high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters
- Access outstanding professional development programmes, with strong support for associate growth and progression
- Benefit from a highly resourced environment where support and infrastructure are taken seriously and shared across teams
- Gain direct exposure to senior litigators and trial lawyers on high-impact matters from an early stage
The role
- This position is suited to an associate who already has solid litigation training and is ready for broader responsibility in a premium disputes practice. The work will include:
- Managing written and document discovery
- Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda, pleadings, and motions
- Handling dispositive and non-dispositive motion practice
- Taking and defending depositions
- Assisting with witness preparation
- Supporting trial preparation, case strategy, and broader dispute management
- Working closely with partners and clients on significant commercial matters
What they are looking for
- 4–5 years of litigation experience
- Strong background in commercial litigation
- Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and case-management skills
- Confidence working both independently and collaboratively
- California Bar admission required
- Strong academic background
- Plaintiff-side or defense-side experience both of interest, provided the litigation background is strong
Salary & hours
- Salary: $285,000–$325,000
- Annual target: 1,950 hours
- 1,800 hours treated as core billable target
- Up to 150 hours can be credited through pro bono, firm activity, and other approved contributions
Ideal profile
This is a strong move for someone who wants to join a financially strong, internationally positioned firm with the infrastructure, training, and resources to support long-term development, while still offering meaningful involvement in sophisticated litigation at the associate level.
For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.
