Associate Attorney (San Mateo)

Location:

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) Title:

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney Practice Area:

HOA Defense or Employment Defense Salary:

Up to $225,000 + Bonus

Confidential/Anonymous Search A respected litigation firm with a strong California presence is hiring a Commercial Litigation Associate for its San Francisco office. This is a great fit for an attorney who likes being in the mix owning cases, developing strategy, and building a niche in community association and real estate-adjacent litigation.

What you’ll do Defend homeowners associations (HOAs), property managers, and related entities in a range of civil litigation matters, including: Governing document enforcement / covenant disputes, Owner claims involving maintenance, architectural, and community issues, Contract and business tort disputes, Premises liability and property-related claims, Mediation/arbitration and trial prep Handle core litigation responsibilities: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances Draft and argue discovery and dispositive motions Work directly with partners and clients on case strategy, reporting, and risk evaluation

What we’re looking for 2–6 years of litigation experience in one or more of the following: HOA / community association defense Real estate / construction / premises liability / general liability defense Employment law defense (wage & hour, discrimination/harassment/retaliation, etc.) accepted and welcomed Strong legal writing and research skills Interest in (or experience with) depositions, hearings, and taking ownership of matters Active California Bar membership in good standing (required)

This role is full-time and Hybrid.

The annual salary for this position

is between $175,000 – $225,000 (Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.) The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan and 11 paid holidays annually