Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site 3-5 days/week) Salary Range: $260,000 – $365,000 + Bonuses

A Top-Tier Global Law Firm is seeking a high-performing 3rd to 5th-year Litigation Associate to join its elite Complex Litigation department in San Francisco. This is a premier opportunity to work with a world-class team on high-stakes, cutting-edge environmental litigation and sophisticated regulatory matters.

If you are a driven litigator looking for a firm with significant growth, hands-on trial experience, and a collaborative cross-office culture, this is the ideal environment to accelerate your career.

• High-Stakes Litigation: Handle sophisticated matters ranging from complex environmental disputes to regulatory enforcement defense.
• Core Legal Strategy: Take ownership of legal research, drafting motions, and preparing for court appearances and trials.
• Direct Partner Collaboration: Work closely with nationally recognized partners on diverse, high-profile cases.
• Courtroom Exposure: Gain real litigation experience beyond research, including motion practice and active trial preparation.
• Global Network: Contribute to cross-office and cross-departmental work, gaining exposure to elite clients across major financial hubs (SF, LA, DC, and NY).

• Experience: 3–5 years of complex litigation experience, preferably at a Top 50 Am Law firm.
• Education: JD from a Top 30 Law School (top grades from a mid-tier school considered if paired with exceptional experience).
• Skills: Stellar research and writing abilities are non-negotiable.
• Credentials: Prior Federal Judicial Clerkship experience or a proven background in Environmental Law is highly preferred.
• Presence: A commitment to working in the San Francisco office 3–5 days per week. Remote work is not an option for this role.

• Elite Environmental Team: Join the premier team for cutting-edge environmental litigation—this is the group to be in for high-impact work.
• Rapid Firm Growth: Benefit from the firm’s massive investment and growth over the last 4 years, ensuring strong bonus potential and consistent opportunities.
• Trial Experience: Our team is active in the courtroom; you will gain hands-on experience and exposure to trial-ready matters.
• Hands-on Mentorship: You will be paired with a Senior Associate mentor and receive direct guidance from industry-leading partners.
• Relocation Support: A standard relocation stipend of $10,000 is available for candidates moving from outside the local area.

• Base Salary: $260,000 – $365,000 (commensurate with seniority).
• Bonuses: Strong bonus potential (standard 2,000-hour minimum).
• Relocation: $10,000 stipend.
• Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship considered on a case-by-case basis.