A boutique law firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney to support construction and commercial litigation matters on a fully remote, contract basis while they continue their direct hire search for a local candidate who can commit to their onsite requirements. As an Associate with this firm, you will be involved in matters across the full litigation lifecycle, including law and motion, discovery management, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will hold an active California Bar license and bring 3–7+ years of post-bar civil litigation experience, with the ability to step into active matters and contribute meaningfully from day one in a billable law firm environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle matters through the full litigation lifecycle, including all relevant legal procedures and documentation</li><li>Independently draft substantive pleadings, motions, and briefs, including dispositive motions</li><li>Prepare depositions, including drafting outlines and witness preparation</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, RFAs, and document demands</li><li>Review and manage documents to support case development and litigation strategy</li><li>Participate in mediations and settlement preparation</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case development and motion practice</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including evidence organization and coordination with legal teams</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment throughout all matters</li></ul>

Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing civil litigation as an attorney</li><li>Juris Doctor from an accredited law school</li><li>Active California Bar admission, in good standing</li><li>Substantial hands-on experience with discovery, motion practice, and deposition preparation</li><li>Experience in a defense-side civil litigation practice strongly preferred</li><li>Construction or commercial litigation experience is a plus, but not required</li><li>Ability to manage discrete assignments independently with limited supervision</li><li>Comfortable working in a billable, deadline-driven law firm environment with consistent weekly productivity</li><li>Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff</li><li>High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity</li></ul>

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San Mateo, CA
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
70.00 - 80.00 USD / Hourly
A boutique law firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney to support construction and commercial litigation matters on a fully remote, contract basis while they continue their direct hire search for a local candidate who can commit to their onsite requirements. As an Associate with this firm, you will be involved in matters across the full litigation lifecycle, including law and motion, discovery management, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will hold an active California Bar license and bring 3–7+ years of post-bar civil litigation experience, with the ability to step into active matters and contribute meaningfully from day one in a billable law firm environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle matters through the full litigation lifecycle, including all relevant legal procedures and documentation</li><li>Independently draft substantive pleadings, motions, and briefs, including dispositive motions</li><li>Prepare depositions, including drafting outlines and witness preparation</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, RFAs, and document demands</li><li>Review and manage documents to support case development and litigation strategy</li><li>Participate in mediations and settlement preparation</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case development and motion practice</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including evidence organization and coordination with legal teams</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment throughout all matters</li></ul>
2026-02-13T16:13:43Z